Juanita and Emil Spezia Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Juanita and Emil Spezia Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Champaign, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,098 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $8,827 and the largest $9,950. 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$32,098
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$8,827
- Largest grant$9,950
- Assets$395,854
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $33,386 the year before.
20% 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 | $33,132 | 5 | $419,960 |
| 2024 | $33,386 | 5 | $403,222 |
| 2025 | $32,098 | 5 | $395,854 |
How to apply
Juanita and Emil Spezia Charitable Trust 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 Juanita and Emil Spezia Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 5 | $32,098 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Westville Illinois Public Library | General operating support | $9,950 |
| Danville Area Community College - FBO Luke Barney | Scholarships | $8,827 |
| Eastern Illinois University | Scholarships | $8,827 |
| United Church of Christ | General operating support | $2,568 |
| Illiana Genealogical and Historical Society | General operating support | $1,926 |
Officers and trustees
- John Clausen
- Karen Sharp
- Seth Miller
- Cody Watson
Questions people ask
Does Juanita and Emil Spezia Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Juanita and Emil Spezia Charitable Trust give?
$32,098 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $8,827.
Who runs Juanita and Emil Spezia Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists John Clausen (Chairperson), Karen Sharp (Secretary), Seth Miller (School Liaison) and Cody Watson (Family Liaison).
What does Juanita and Emil Spezia Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.