Bluespruce Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bluespruce Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $981,979 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $396,614. 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$981,979
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$396,614
- Assets$5,910
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.4 million the year before.
59% 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 | $1.2 million | 14 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 15 | $32,872 |
| 2025 | $981,979 | 23 | $5,910 |
How to apply
Bluespruce 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 Bluespruce Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 5 | $411,615 |
| Michigan | 2 | $406,614 |
| Illinois | 10 | $128,750 |
| New York | 2 | $12,500 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
Officers and trustees
- Edward Magnus
- Jennifer Jacoby Hurd
- Timothy Hurd
Questions people ask
Does Bluespruce Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bluespruce Foundation give?
$981,979 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bluespruce Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward Magnus (Treasurer / Director), Jennifer Jacoby Hurd (President / Director) and Timothy Hurd (Director).
What does Bluespruce Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.