Spectrum Health Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Spectrum Health Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Kansas City, Kansas. In tax year 2024 it gave $186,528 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$186,528
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.3 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2024 was up from $183,702 the year before.
24% of its 2024 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 | $183,702 | 24 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $186,528 | 25 | $4.3 million |
How to apply
Spectrum Health Foundation Inc 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 Spectrum Health Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 20 | $153,528 |
| Missouri | 2 | $13,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mother Teresa Charitable Trust | Help orphan children | $50,000 |
| The Lord's Diner | Provide daily meals | $14,000 |
| Central Avenue Center of Hope | Provide meals | $10,000 |
| Reedsport Volunteer Fire Department | Provide support | $10,000 |
| Wellington Christian Academy | Educational cost | $10,000 |
| Camp Encourage | Youth with autism | $8,000 |
| Wellness for Africa Inc | Provide support | $7,305 |
| St Francis de Sales Church | Local church | $7,305 |
| Kansas Honor Flight | Veteran support | $6,308 |
| Belle Plaine Methodist Church | Local church | $5,000 |
| Joy Meadows Inc | Foster care services | $5,000 |
| Kansas Food Bank | Provide meals | $5,000 |
| Resurrection Catholic School | Non-public elementary school | $5,000 |
| St Paul University Parish | Local church | $5,000 |
| St Jude's Childrens Research | Support of hospitalized children | $5,000 |
| Duo Dogs Inc | Service dog training | $5,000 |
| Heart of the Nation | Church broadcasting | $5,000 |
| Inclusion Connections | Developmental disability support | $4,305 |
| St Anthony's Catholic Church | Local church | $3,305 |
| Catholic Charities | Counseling & support | $3,000 |
| Guadalupe Clinic | Necessities of needy | $3,000 |
| Kapaun Mt Carmel | Educational cost | $3,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | Support of hospitalized children | $3,000 |
| Valley Ridge Elder Care | Provide support | $2,000 |
| Kansas Big Brothers and Big Sisters | Support of children | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Clay T Appl
- Allison A Stewart
- Cory M Appl
- Bradley Appl
- Gunnar J Appl
Questions people ask
Does Spectrum Health Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spectrum Health Foundation Inc give?
$186,528 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Spectrum Health Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Clay T Appl (Chairman), Allison A Stewart (Secretary), Cory M Appl (Treasurer) and Bradley Appl (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Spectrum Health Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and food and hunger.