The Esr Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Esr Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,100 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $8,000. 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$60,100
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,000 the year before.
53% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $50,880 | 19 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $50,000 | 20 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $60,100 | 17 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
The Esr 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 The Esr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $8,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $8,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $7,100 |
| New York | 1 | $7,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $3,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,500 |
| Montana | 1 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | Provide patient care and conduct medical research | $8,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | An independent, global movement providing medical aid where it's needed most | $7,000 |
| Christ Our King | Religious purposes | $5,000 |
| Folds of Honor | To provide educational scholarships to spouses and children of fallen and disables service members | $5,000 |
| Harry Chapin Food Bank | General operations | $5,000 |
| San Domenico Fund | Provide extraordinary education rooted in inquiry, reflection, and purpose. Supports school's mission to develop students who are academically proficient and equipped with meaning and purpose | $4,000 |
| Consecrated Women in DC | To spread the kingdom of christ in the heart of every pereson and society and to be at the service of others and of the church | $3,500 |
| The Saints Podcast | Religious purposes | $3,500 |
| 1776 Foundation | To inform and equip the people of montana to better evaluate policy options that uphold traditional american values and the montana constitution as well as the u.s. Constitution. | $3,000 |
| Patriot Freedom Project | Provide financial, emotional, and moral support to families of active military. | $3,000 |
| Save Our Heros Project | General operations | $3,000 |
| Coral Reef Alliance | General operations | $2,000 |
| Environmental Working Group | The mission of the environmental working group (ewg) is to use the power of public information to protect public health and the environment. | $2,000 |
| Reading Partners Charleston | Reading partners | $2,000 |
| Save the Children | Improve the lives of children through better education, health care, and economic opportunities. | $2,000 |
| United Way of Lee County | General operations | $2,000 |
| Best Buddies | To enhance the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through various programs and initiatives | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- KL Spear
- Jayne Spear
Questions people ask
Does The Esr Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Esr Foundation give?
$60,100 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Esr Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists KL Spear (Trustee) and Jayne Spear (Trustee).
What does The Esr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and education.