Nancy Woodson Spire Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Nancy Woodson Spire Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Greenville, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $209,823 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$209,823
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$40.9 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.8 million 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 | $1.8 million | 6 | $39.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 6 | $40.9 million |
How to apply
Nancy Woodson Spire Foundation Inc 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 Nancy Woodson Spire Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 3 | $1.3 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $169,646 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $95,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum Inc | Purchase of art objects for its permanent collection | $1.1 million |
| Marathon County Historical Society | In support of general operations | $255,000 |
| National Trust for Historic Preservation | In support of chesterwood | $250,000 |
| The Montpelier Foundation | Annual fund challenge grant | $169,646 |
| Lawrence Catholic Academy | Campaign for lawrence catholic academy | $95,000 |
| Uwmc Foundation | Fund scholarship to a qualified student from lakeland union high school | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John P Garniewski Jr
- Walter Dillingham
- Christine L Myshchyshyn
- Michele L Ahwash
Questions people ask
Does Nancy Woodson Spire Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nancy Woodson Spire Foundation Inc give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $209,823.
Who runs Nancy Woodson Spire Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists John P Garniewski Jr (President & Director), Walter Dillingham (Director), Christine L Myshchyshyn (Director) and Michele L Ahwash (Secretary).
What does Nancy Woodson Spire Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.