The Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation
Historical FunderMarysville, Ohio · EIN 61-1794169 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $30,000 and $130,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | THE SCOTTS MIRACLE-GRO FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 14111 SCOTTSLAWN ROAD, MARYSVILLE OH 43041 |
| Phone | 9376440011 |
| SMGFOUNDATION@SCOTTS.COM | |
| Form and materials | ELECTRONIC - WEB-BASED |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | THE AWARDS ARE GRANTED TO 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS ONLY |
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
73% of grants went outside Ohio.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Park Conservatory | Columbus, OH | Gardens - other | $215,000 |
| Kidsgardening | Burlington, VT | Gardens - other | $215,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Kissimmee, FL | Environment | $200,000 |
| Restore America's Estuaries | Arlington, VA | Environment | $160,000 |
| Alliance for Water Efficiency | Chicago, IL | Environment | $130,000 |
| Ocean Research & Conservation Association Inc | Vero Beach, FL | Environment | $130,000 |
| Keep American Beautiful | Stamford, CT | Garedens-Other | $100,000 |
| National Fish and Wildlife Foundation | Washington, DC | Environment | $100,000 |
| National Head Start Association | Philadelphia, PA | Gardens - other | $100,000 |
| National Recreation and Park Association | Ashburn, VA | Environment | $100,000 |
| Alliance for the Great Lakes | Chicago, IL | Environment | $75,000 |
| National Partner Network | Marysville, OH | Environment | $72,000 |
| National Association of Conservation Districts | Washington, DC | Environment | $55,000 |
| Avalon Theatre Streetscape | Marysville, OH | Gardens - other | $50,000 |
| Doodles and Digits | Westerville, OH | Social justice | $50,000 |
| Tampa Bay Watch (Discovery Center) | St Petersburg, FL | Environment | $50,000 |
| New York League of Conservation Voters | New York, NY | Environment | $45,000 |
| North Shore Land Alliance | Mill Neck, NY | Environment | $30,000 |
| The Columbus Foundation | Columbus, OH | Gardens - other | $30,000 |
| Bronx Cannabis Hub | Bronx, NY | Social justice | $20,000 |
| Minorities for Medical Marijuana | Orlando, FL | Social justice | $20,000 |
| Columbus City Schools | Columbus, OH | Gardens-Other | $12,500 |
| The Weldon Project | Sandy, UT | Social justice | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,969,500 | 23 |
| 2023 | $1,757,968 | 22 |
| 2022 | $2,575,500 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202640289349100419
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 61-1794169
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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