Spacelady Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Spacelady Foundation is a private foundation in Rockville, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,239 in 51 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $3,500. 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$32,239
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$3,500
- Assets$989,522
- New grantees68%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,411 the year before.
68% of its 2025 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 | $17,513 | 31 | $738,683 |
| 2024 | $28,411 | 42 | $934,009 |
| 2025 | $32,239 | 51 | $989,522 |
How to apply
Spacelady 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 Spacelady Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 16 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 6 | $4,744 |
| New York | 10 | $3,830 |
| California | 2 | $3,750 |
| Connecticut | 4 | $3,600 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $3,190 |
| Utah | 2 | $3,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $2,189 |
| Illinois | 2 | $1,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $1,280 |
| Virginia | 3 | $1,182 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Share El Salvador | UnrestrictedGrant | $3,500 |
| IJ & Jeanne Wagner Jewish Comm Ctr | UnrestrictedGrant | $2,500 |
| Perquin Educational Opportunities Foundation | UnrestrictedGrant | $2,189 |
| Association for Educational Development in El Salvador | UnrestrictedGrant | $2,186 |
| National Park Foundation | UnrestrictedGrant | $2,000 |
| Temple Sholom | UnrestrictedGrant | $1,500 |
| Shaare Torah | UnrestrictedGrant | $1,442 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | UnrestrictedGrant | $1,040 |
| Chabad Lubavitch of Chautauqua | UnrestrictedGrant | $1,000 |
| IL Holocaust Museum & Ed Ctr | UnrestrictedGrant | $1,000 |
| Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk | UnrestrictedGrant | $1,000 |
| Stepping Stones Museum | UnrestrictedGrant | $1,000 |
| Global Giving | UnrestrictedGrant | $530 |
| Westchester Children's Museum | UnrestrictedGrant | $520 |
| North Carolina Museum of Art | UnrestrictedGrant | $504 |
| American Jewish Committee | UnrestrictedGrant | $500 |
| Believe in Tomorrow Children's Foundation | UnrestrictedGrant | $500 |
| Boston Holocaust Memorial | UnrestrictedGrant | $500 |
| Capital Reef National Park | UnrestrictedGrant | $500 |
| Center for Jewish History | UnrestrictedGrant | $500 |
| Field Museum | UnrestrictedGrant | $500 |
| Florida State Parks Foundation | UnrestrictedGrant | $500 |
| Jewish Community Svs of South FL | UnrestrictedGrant | $500 |
| Netherlands America Foundation | UnrestrictedGrant | $500 |
| Fralin Museum of ArtUVA | UnrestrictedGrant | $500 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Harrisburg | UnrestrictedGrant | $500 |
| The Haven | UnrestrictedGrant | $432 |
| Jewish Community Relations Council | UnrestrictedGrant | $360 |
| Weitzman Jewish Museum | UnrestrictedGrant | $280 |
| Stand With Us | UnrestrictedGrant | $250 |
| AACA Museum Inc | UnrestrictedGrant | $250 |
| Blood Cancer United | UnrestrictedGrant | $250 |
| Russel MuseumMass General Dev | UnrestrictedGrant | $250 |
| MS Hershey Foundation | UnrestrictedGrant | $250 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities | UnrestrictedGrant | $250 |
| Virgnia Capital Foundation | UnrestrictedGrant | $250 |
| Harold Grinspoon Foundation | UnrestrictedGrant | $180 |
| Hillel International | UnrestrictedGrant | $180 |
| Israel Magen Fund | UnrestrictedGrant | $180 |
| Jewish National Foundation | UnrestrictedGrant | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca Kahlenberg
Questions people ask
Does Spacelady Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spacelady Foundation give?
$32,239 in tax year 2025, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Spacelady Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rebecca Kahlenberg (President).
What does Spacelady Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.