Sparks Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sparks Foundation is a private foundation in Monroe, Louisiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,306 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $600 and the largest $10,600. 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$20,306
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$600
- Largest grant$10,600
- Assets$637,010
- New grantees69%
Giving in 2024 was down from $20,762 the year before.
69% 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 | $20,762 | 12 | $459,859 |
| 2024 | $20,306 | 13 | $637,010 |
How to apply
Sparks 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 Sparks Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 12 | $19,454 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tiger Gridion Committee | Charitable | $10,600 |
| Neville Alumni Friends Association | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Grace Episcopal | Charity | $1,500 |
| Younglife | Charitable | $1,100 |
| Twin City Art Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Camp Ozark Foundation | Charitable | $750 |
| St Fredrick's | Charitable | $600 |
| The Tarver Braddock Foundation | Charitable | $560 |
| Jesus the Good Shepherd Church | Charitable | $500 |
| Neville Jr High School Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Warrior Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Neville Athletic Foundation | Charitable | $344 |
| Cancer Foundation League | Charitable | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth McQueen
- Susan Lefebvre
- Jennifer C Sparks
Questions people ask
Does Sparks Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sparks Foundation give?
$20,306 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $600.
Who runs Sparks Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth McQueen (Director), Susan Lefebvre (Director) and Jennifer C Sparks (Director).
What does Sparks Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.