Scotford Foundation John P Scotford Jr Ttee
Historical FunderPoland, Ohio · EIN 34-1278622 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,500 and $17,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | JOHN P SCOTFORD JR |
|---|---|
| Address | 211 SOUTH MAIN STREET, POLAND OH 44514 |
| Phone | 3305035526 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUEST SHOULD INCLUDE THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH THE GRANT WILL BE USED AND A COPY OF THE ORGANIZATION'S IRS EXEMPTION LETTER |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
45% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reliant Mission Inc | Orlando, FL | General support | $29,000 |
| Youngstown YMCA | Youngstown, OH | General support | $25,200 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | General support | $25,000 |
| Ysu Foundation | Youngstown, OH | General support | $20,000 |
| American Policy Roundtable | Strongsville, OH | General support | $18,000 |
| Talk Is Cheap Inc | Youngstown, OH | General support | $17,000 |
| Phillips Exeter Academy | Exeter, NH | General support | $15,000 |
| The Spence School | New York, NY | General support | $15,000 |
| Town One Range One | Poland, OH | General support | $10,000 |
| Cru | Orlando, FL | General support | $6,000 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Assoc | Charlotte, NC | General support | $5,000 |
| Celebrate Poland | Poland, OH | General support | $5,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Colorado Springs, CO | General support | $5,000 |
| Hope for Renewal | Youngstown, OH | General support | $5,000 |
| Hospice of the Valley | Youngstown, OH | General support | $5,000 |
| Poland All Sports Boosters | Poland, OH | General support | $5,000 |
| L'abri Fellowship Foundation | Southborough, MA | General support | $2,500 |
| Dancing Dreams | Bayside, NY | General support | $1,000 |
| Indo Jax Surf Charities | Wilmington, NC | General support | $1,000 |
| Poland Junior Women's Club | Poland, OH | General support | $1,000 |
| Poland Boys Basketball Club | Poland, OH | General support | $400 |
| Poland Comm Baseball Assoc | Poland, OH | General support | $375 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $216,475 | 22 |
| 2024 | $206,875 | 22 |
| 2023 | $181,075 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Feb 25, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630569349100303
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 34-1278622
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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