Springer Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Springer Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,500 the year before.
43% 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 | $0 | 0 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $50,500 | 7 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 7 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Springer 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 Springer Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 7 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wels - Bakken Tuition Fund | Assist with funding of tuition for students who can't afford it. | $30,000 |
| Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School | Assist with funding of tuition for students who can't afford it. | $10,000 |
| St Peter Lutheran Church | Spread the gospel and support ministry to lead all to faith in jesus christ. | $9,000 |
| St Peter Public Schools | Assist with school's educational programming and teacher training | $9,000 |
| A Fresh Start | Assist people who are homeless find housing and support. | $1,250 |
| 4-H Club | Eeducating and empowering children in the agriculture and healthy living. | $500 |
| St Peter Area Food Shelf | Assist with food and nutrition scarcity in the st peter mn area. | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- John Springer
- Holly Springer
Questions people ask
Does Springer Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Springer Family Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs Springer Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John Springer (President) and Holly Springer (Secretary).
What does Springer Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.