Melvin Spitcaufsky Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Melvin Spitcaufsky Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Overland Park, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $98,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $36,000. 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$98,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$36,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $56,200 the year before.
43% of its 2024 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 | $56,200 | 11 | $928,885 |
| 2024 | $98,000 | 11 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Melvin Spitcaufsky Memorial 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 Melvin Spitcaufsky Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $87,000 |
| Kansas | 3 | $6,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| La Jolla Institute Allergy Immunolo | To support la jolla institute allergy & immunology | $36,000 |
| Foundation for Animal Care and Educ | To support foundation for animals | $25,000 |
| McCallum Theatre | To support theatre | $25,000 |
| Kehilath Israel Synagogue | To support local religious establishments | $3,000 |
| Highlands Elementary PTA | To support local school | $2,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | To support st jude childrens hospital | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Make-A-Wish | To support the foundations' efforts in fulfilling wishes of seriously ill children. | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship aid | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Larry S Spitcaufsky
- Jerome S Nerman
Questions people ask
Does Melvin Spitcaufsky Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Melvin Spitcaufsky Memorial Foundation give?
$98,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Melvin Spitcaufsky Memorial Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Larry S Spitcaufsky (Pres/Treas) and Jerome S Nerman (Vice President).
What does Melvin Spitcaufsky Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.