Spellman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Spellman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Glencoe, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $162,516 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$162,516
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$11.1 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $10.2 million |
| 2025 | $162,516 | 8 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
Spellman Family 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 Spellman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $115,000 |
| Illinois | 3 | $32,916 |
| Utah | 2 | $11,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Israel Education Foundation | General donation | $100,000 |
| Jewish United Fund | General donation | $16,666 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | General donation | $15,000 |
| Park City Performing Arts | General donation | $10,000 |
| The Ark Chicago | General donation | $10,000 |
| Schechter Endowment Fund | General donation | $6,250 |
| American Friends of Unit 669 | General donation | $3,600 |
| Park City High School | General donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marc Spellman
- Melissa Spellman
Questions people ask
Does Spellman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spellman Family Foundation give?
$162,516 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Spellman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marc Spellman (Director) and Melissa Spellman (Director).
What does Spellman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and environment and conservation.