Caryll M & Norman F Sprague Jr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Caryll M & Norman F Sprague Jr Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $265,216 in 37 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $32,000. 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$265,216
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$6.1 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was up from $244,416 the year before.
32% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $252,916 | 48 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $244,416 | 31 | $5.6 million |
| 2025 | $265,216 | 37 | $6.1 million |
How to apply
Caryll M & Norman F Sprague Jr 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.
What Caryll M & Norman F Sprague Jr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 18 | $167,433 |
| Oregon | 15 | $51,200 |
| Montana | 2 | $39,083 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marborough School | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $32,000 |
| Trust for Public Land | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $26,000 |
| Bridger Ski Foundation | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| St Matthew Parish School | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $20,000 |
| Great Beginnings Montessori School | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $19,083 |
| Autry National Center | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Rose Heaven | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $9,000 |
| Guibord Center | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Ucsb Foundation | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Marin Academy | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Riviera Ridge School | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $7,500 |
| Parish of St Matthew | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $7,000 |
| Santa Catalina School | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $6,583 |
| Montage Health Foundation | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $6,500 |
| Horizons Specialized Services | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $6,000 |
| Punahou School | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Lake Oswego Schools Foundation | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Common Good Food Bank | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Harbor Lights Middle School | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Good Neighbors Food Bank | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Portland Art Museum | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $3,700 |
| Los Angeles Philharmonic Association | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $3,500 |
| Scouts Bsa Troop 223 | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $3,350 |
| Bandon Historical Society Museum | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Langlois Public Library | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| New Artist Productions | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Port Orford Public Library | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Relief Nursery | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| San Diego Humane Society | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $3,000 |
| Oregon Zoo Foundation | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Teton County Sheriff Auxiliary | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Marin Country Day School | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| Bandon Community Center | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Coos Art Museum | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Oregon Coast Aquarium | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Oregon Historical Society | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $2,000 |
| Loyola Law School | Qualified charitable exempt purpose | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Caryll S Mingst
- Cynthia Connolly
- Caryll Sprague Knapp
- Elizabeth Day
Questions people ask
Does Caryll M & Norman F Sprague Jr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Caryll M & Norman F Sprague Jr Foundation give?
$265,216 in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Caryll M & Norman F Sprague Jr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Caryll S Mingst (Trustee), Cynthia Connolly (Trustee), Caryll Sprague Knapp (Trustee) and Elizabeth Day (Trustee).
What does Caryll M & Norman F Sprague Jr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.