Scripps Howard Fund
AI Summary
The Scripps Howard Fund is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach, and does not accept unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the fund distributed a total of $537.4K across 66 grantees. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the fund can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
Creating informed and engaged communities through journalism education, childhood literacy and local causes.
Cause Areas
2
Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS FOUNDATION
MEMPHIS, TN
$100K
7%

Forgotten Harvest Inc
Oak Park, MI
$91.5K
7%

HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Honolulu, HI
$83.9K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
30
Median 1st year grant
$10.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$13.3K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Scripps Howard Fund?
No. Scripps Howard Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Scripps Howard Fund give?
Scripps Howard Fund primarily gives to organizations located in Florida, Tennessee, and Michigan. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Scripps Howard Fund’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Scripps Howard Fund fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $11 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Scripps Howard Fund make each year?
In 2024, Scripps Howard Fund awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $537 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Scripps Howard Fund fund recently?
In 2024, Scripps Howard Fund awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include UNIVERSITY OF MEMPHIS FOUNDATION, Forgotten Harvest Inc, and HAWAII COMMUNITY FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Scripps Howard Fund?
Scripps Howard Fund does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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