Sparrow View Projects
Preselected recipients only
Sparrow View Projects is a private foundation in Torrance, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,550 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$110,550
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,250 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $41,250 | 1 | $754,708 |
| 2025 | $110,550 | 8 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Sparrow View Projects 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 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $85,550 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uci Foundation | General donation | $50,000 |
| American Red Cross | General donation | $15,000 |
| Casa of Los Angeles | General donation | $14,500 |
| Friends of Ballona Wetlands | General donation | $10,000 |
| The Seed Foundation | General donation | $10,000 |
| Uc Agriculture and Natural Resource | General donation | $10,000 |
| Burbank Temporary Aid Center | General donation | $1,000 |
| Eagle Rock High School | General donation | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Trang L Spero
- William Spero
- Available Upon Request
Questions people ask
Does Sparrow View Projects accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sparrow View Projects give?
$110,550 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sparrow View Projects?
Its 2025 filing lists Trang L Spero (Executive Dir.), William Spero (Treas/Sec) and Available Upon Request (Director).