The Scriven Foundation

The Scriven Foundation

The Scriven Foundation was established to support Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital and other charitable entities in Otsego County, New York. It traces its origins to the Clark family through Elizabeth Scriven Clark. The foundation maintains close ties to The Clark Foundation, founded in 1931, and The Fernleigh Foundation, established in 1993. Capital deployment occurs through grants focused on arts, education, environment, health care, and human services. The foundation holds direct ownership in commercial properties including The Otesaga Resort Hotel and The Cooper Inn via Leatherstocking Corporation. Additional holdings encompass Mohican Farm, Fenimore Farm & Country Village, and over 10,000 acres of Otsego County land. Public equity positions include a 5.32 percent stake in Cirata plc as of September 2024. The organization operates from New York City with operational presence in Cooperstown. Jane Forbes Clark serves as president while also chairing the National Baseball Hall of Fame board. Kevin S. Moore acts as president of The Clark Estates, Inc. Stephen M. Duff serves as chief investment officer of The Clark Estates, Inc. Governance centers on the Clark family through The Clark Estates, Inc. as the primary holding company. This structure separates philanthropic grantmaking from operating businesses such as hotels and farms.