Phil and Ruth Spano Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Phil and Ruth Spano Foundation is a private foundation in Henderson, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $235,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$235,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$5.0 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $270,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $270,000 | 9 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $235,000 | 7 | $5.0 million |
How to apply
Phil and Ruth Spano 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 Phil and Ruth Spano Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 7 | $235,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Historical Society | Zupancis & holden-marolt | $75,000 |
| Caruso Family Charities | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Denver Rescue Mission | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Emmaus Catholic Hospice | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Catholic Health Intitavies | Flight for life program | $20,000 |
| Catholic Health Intitavies | Scholarship program | $20,000 |
| Lutheran Medical Center Foundation | Collier hospice | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandy D Spano
Questions people ask
Does Phil and Ruth Spano Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Phil and Ruth Spano Foundation give?
$235,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Phil and Ruth Spano Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sandy D Spano (Officer/Dire).
What does Phil and Ruth Spano Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.