Josephine Stedem Scripps Foundation
Invitation OnlyBainbridge Island, Washington · EIN 91-6053350 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $15,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2023 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western States Trail Foundation | Auburn, CA | For preservation and accessibility of historic pioneer western states trail | $15,000 |
| Scripps College-Denison Library | Claremont, CA | Providing education to students with through maintenace of scripps family historical collection | $15,000 |
| Torrey Pines Docent Society | Del Mar, CA | Preservation, planning,and maintenace for the torry pines reserve | $7,000 |
| Helen Woodward Animal Center | Rancho Santa Fe, CA | For the animal hospital,rescue,adoption and educational programs | $2,500 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($32,500). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $72,000 | 7 |
| 2022 | $77,500 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Oct 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202502869349100100
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-6053350
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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