Spira Giving Colorado
Preselected recipients only
Spira Giving Colorado is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $109,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$109,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $158,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $105,000 | 2 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $158,000 | 4 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $109,500 | 3 | $3.8 million |
How to apply
Spira Giving Colorado 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 Spira Giving Colorado funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 3 | $109,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Music Appreciation Society | Support welfare and culture in Colorado. | $100,000 |
| Levitt Pavillion Denver | Support welfare and culture in Colorado. | $7,000 |
| Creative Music Works | Support welfare and culture in Colorado. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Spira
- Jeremy Spira
Questions people ask
Does Spira Giving Colorado accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spira Giving Colorado give?
$109,500 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Spira Giving Colorado?
Its 2025 filing lists David Spira (President and Director) and Jeremy Spira (Secretary, Treasurer, Director).
What does Spira Giving Colorado fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.