Spooner John and Susan Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Spooner John and Susan Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $25,500 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $20,000. 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$25,500
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$81,075
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $29,300 the year before.
50% 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 | $29,300 | 11 | $112,022 |
| 2024 | $25,500 | 4 | $81,075 |
How to apply
Spooner John and Susan Charitable Trust 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $23,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Ace Mentor Program Greater Boston | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Gift Gwu | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Jimmy Fund PMC | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Spooner
Questions people ask
Does Spooner John and Susan Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spooner John and Susan Charitable Trust give?
$25,500 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Spooner John and Susan Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists John Spooner (Trustee).