Spruance Foundation I
Preselected recipients only
Spruance Foundation I is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $225,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $14,000 and the largest $113,000. 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$225,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$14,000
- Largest grant$113,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $225,000 the year before.
11% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $225,000 | 9 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $225,000 | 9 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Spruance Foundation I 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 Spruance Foundation I funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $113,000 |
| Florida | 5 | $70,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $14,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $14,000 |
| New York | 1 | $14,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Christian Foundation | Religious foundation support | $113,000 |
| Zoo Miami Foundation | Zoo and animal education | $14,000 |
| Calvary Chapel Church | Religious foundation support | $14,000 |
| Embry Riddle Aeronautical University | Support aeronautical research | $14,000 |
| Henderson Behavioral Health | Healthcare for underpriviledged | $14,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Disaster relief | $14,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Veteran support | $14,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | First responder support | $14,000 |
| South Florida Wildlife Center | Zoo and animal education | $14,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William E Spruance
Questions people ask
Does Spruance Foundation I accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spruance Foundation I give?
$225,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $14,000.
Who runs Spruance Foundation I?
Its 2024 filing lists William E Spruance (President).
What does Spruance Foundation I fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and animals.