Cheryl Spencer Memorial Foundation
Accepts applications
Cheryl Spencer Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Newburyport, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $275,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.2 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$275,000
- Assets$33.3 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $874,900 the year before.
47% 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 | $690,308 | 14 | $22.6 million |
| 2024 | $874,900 | 16 | $27.7 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 17 | $33.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Aaron Spencer 51 Grey Stone Path, Dedham, MA 02026-4068 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (617) 435-8667 |
| What to submit | No specific form is necessary |
| Restrictions | Must be a tax exempt organization |
What Cheryl Spencer Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 7 | $697,000 |
| Massachusetts | 9 | $440,600 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AFORAM - American FriendsRambam Hospital | To support the charity's mission | $275,000 |
| Combined Jewish Philanthropies of Greater Boston Inc | To support the charity's mission | $200,000 |
| ASUH - American Society of the University of Haifa | To support the charity's mission | $150,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | To support the charity's mission. | $100,000 |
| Maimonides School | To support the charity's mission | $100,000 |
| Hadassah | To support the Charity's mission. | $72,000 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | To support the charity's mission | $50,000 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | To support the charity's mission | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | To support the Charity's mission. | $25,000 |
| Hebrew College | To support the charity's mission | $25,000 |
| New Israel Fund | To support the charity's mission. | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | To support the Charity's mission. | $25,000 |
| Rotary Foundation of Rotary International | To support the charity's mission. | $25,000 |
| To Keren Or Inc (Ray of Light) | To support the Charity's mission. | $25,000 |
| Temple Emanuel | To support the charity's mission | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | To support the charity's mission | $5,000 |
| Other amounts not detailed | To support the charity's mission | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Aaron Spencer
- Mark Spencer
Questions people ask
Does Cheryl Spencer Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Cheryl Spencer Memorial Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Cheryl Spencer Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Aaron Spencer (Trustee) and Mark Spencer (Trustee).
What does Cheryl Spencer Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.