Berenice Roth Spalding Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Berenice Roth Spalding Foundation is a private foundation in Novato, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $83,296 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,601 and the largest $32,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$83,296
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,601
- Largest grant$32,500
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was down from $94,200 the year before.
78% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $83,150 | 17 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $94,200 | 19 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $83,296 | 10 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Berenice Roth Spalding Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $68,192 |
| New York | 1 | $6,601 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,202 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,301 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Extrafoodorg | General purpose | $32,500 |
| Hospitality House | General purpose | $15,000 |
| California State Parks Foundation | General purpose | $8,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | General purpose | $6,601 |
| For All Mothers | General purpose | $6,000 |
| NPR | General purpose | $5,202 |
| 350ORG | General purpose | $3,301 |
| Farming Hope | General purpose | $2,602 |
| Agricultural Institute of Marin | General purpose | $2,590 |
| Agricultural Institute of Marin | General purpose | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Matson Carver
- Elena Grant
- Nina Harmon
- Carl Spencer Arnold
- Lia Carver
Questions people ask
Does Berenice Roth Spalding Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Berenice Roth Spalding Foundation give?
$83,296 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,601.
Who runs Berenice Roth Spalding Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Matson Carver (Trustee), Elena Grant (Trustee), Nina Harmon (Trustee) and Carl Spencer Arnold (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.