Stephanie H & David A Spina Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stephanie H & David A Spina Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wayland, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 16 grants; the typical grant was $45,000 and the largest $650,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$45,000
- Largest grant$650,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.6 million | 16 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 17 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 16 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Stephanie H & David A Spina 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.
What Stephanie H & David A Spina Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 13 | $1.8 million |
| Michigan | 2 | $170,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Wily Network | Community & charitable - fund-a-scholar program | $650,000 |
| Partners in Health | Community & charitable - providing quality health care for everyone | $500,000 |
| St Elizabeth Episcopal Church | Religious | $165,000 |
| Michigan State University College of Human Medicine - Flint | Educational - chm filing campus grant fund | $145,000 |
| New England Center and Homes for Veterans | Community & charitable - multidimensional service for veterans | $115,000 |
| More Than Words Mtwyouth | Youth development and support | $75,000 |
| Nativity School of Worcester | Educational - teaching fellows program | $50,000 |
| Fresh Start Furniture Bank | Community & charitable - furniture for families in need | $50,000 |
| Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts | Community & charitable - pplm annual fund | $40,000 |
| United Way of Mass Bay | Various community projects | $30,000 |
| Catholic Schools Foundation | Catholic education | $30,000 |
| The Ausbon Sargent Land Preservation Trust | Community - protection and conservation of land | $25,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Educational | $25,000 |
| Family Aid Boston | Safe haven for families struggling with homelessness | $25,000 |
| College of the Holy Cross | Community & charitable - annual fund | $25,000 |
| Spoonfulls | Community - food delivered for people in need | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David A Spina
- Stephanie H Spina
Questions people ask
Does Stephanie H & David A Spina Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephanie H & David A Spina Family Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $45,000.
Who runs Stephanie H & David A Spina Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David A Spina (Trustee) and Stephanie H Spina (Trustee).
What does Stephanie H & David A Spina Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and faith communities.