Spielman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Spielman Family Foundation is a private foundation in La Jolla, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $159,232 in 61 grants; the typical grant was $800 and the largest $34,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$159,232
- Number of grants61
- Typical grant$800
- Largest grant$34,000
- Assets$3.2 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $253,711 the year before.
39% of its 2024 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 | $253,711 | 51 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $159,232 | 61 | $3.2 million |
How to apply
Spielman Family 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 Spielman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California. It also paid $250 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 34 | $123,887 |
| New York | 15 | $29,465 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $3,700 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $200 |
| Florida | 1 | $180 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Diego Jewish Academy | General | $34,000 |
| Temple Emanuel of San Diego | General | $21,697 |
| Jewish Federation of San Diego | General | $15,500 |
| Great Neck Public Schools | General | $10,000 |
| Scripps Health Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| The Jerusalem Foundation | General | $8,000 |
| Laughing Pony Rescue | General | $5,500 |
| Northwell Health Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| San Diego Air and Space Museum | General | $5,000 |
| The Campanile Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work | General | $5,000 |
| Youth Action Movement | General | $3,040 |
| Jewish Family Services | General | $1,800 |
| Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center of San Diego | General | $1,800 |
| Temple Beth-El of Great Neck | General | $1,800 |
| SBCS | General | $1,500 |
| Stand With US - San Diego | General | $1,400 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | General | $1,300 |
| A Bridge for Kids | General | $1,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League of San Diego | General | $1,000 |
| Beth of Israel San Diego | General | $1,000 |
| CHP 11-99 Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | General | $1,000 |
| Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego | General | $1,000 |
| Kindness Initiative | General | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest | General | $1,000 |
| San Diego Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Shabbat Project San Diego | General | $1,000 |
| Ash Foundation | General | $800 |
| National Center for Learning Disabilities | General | $800 |
| National Immigration Forum | General | $800 |
| Planned Parenthood Action Fund | General | $800 |
| Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York | General | $775 |
| American Cancer Society | General | $500 |
| Beloit College | General | $500 |
| Greensboro College | General | $500 |
| Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society | General | $500 |
| Hillel International | General | $500 |
| Interfaith Community Services | General | $500 |
| San Diego Police Foundation | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Spielman
- Charles Spielman
Questions people ask
Does Spielman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spielman Family Foundation give?
$159,232 in tax year 2024, across 61 grants, with a typical grant of $800.
Who runs Spielman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Amy Spielman (President) and Charles Spielman (Vice President).
What does Spielman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.