Amos Catlin Spafford Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Amos Catlin Spafford Family Foundation is a private foundation in Ellicott City, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,950 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,650 and the largest $5,000. 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$14,950
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,650
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$205,734
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $15,781 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 | $72,350 | 0 | $222,914 |
| 2024 | $15,781 | 5 | $211,575 |
| 2025 | $14,950 | 5 | $205,734 |
How to apply
Amos Catlin Spafford 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Amos Catlin Spafford Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Louisiana. It also paid $5,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,650 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,650 |
| New York | 1 | $1,650 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Centro Educativo Annuciata | Education and support for indigenous girls in guatemala | $5,000 |
| Spafford Childrens Center | Help traumatized palestinian children | $5,000 |
| Aldea | Support for mayan communities to overcome poverty and disadvantage in rural guatemala | $1,650 |
| Daniel Huekerfotokids | Educational support for children and youth in guatemala through photography | $1,650 |
| Wings Guatemala | Prevent and detect cervical cancer in guatemala | $1,650 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Whitlock
- Ann Clark-Whitlock
Questions people ask
Does Amos Catlin Spafford Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Amos Catlin Spafford Family Foundation give?
$14,950 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,650.
Who runs Amos Catlin Spafford Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Whitlock (Ceo) and Ann Clark-Whitlock (Board).
What does Amos Catlin Spafford Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, international and education.