Frank and Bessie Spielberg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frank and Bessie Spielberg Foundation is a private foundation in Wildwood, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $37,275 in 60 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $17,400. 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$37,275
- Number of grants60
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$17,400
- Assets$400,868
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $36,376 the year before.
0% 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 | $37,504 | 64 | $362,694 |
| 2024 | $36,376 | 63 | $390,796 |
| 2025 | $37,275 | 60 | $400,868 |
How to apply
Frank and Bessie Spielberg 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 Frank and Bessie Spielberg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 40 | $35,255 |
| New York | 8 | $800 |
| Maryland | 4 | $400 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $220 |
| California | 1 | $100 |
| Colorado | 1 | $100 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $100 |
| Ohio | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Hebrew Congregation | Gifts | $17,400 |
| Jewish Federation | Gifts | $5,000 |
| Tiger Scholarship Fund | Gifts | $3,000 |
| Jewish Community Center | Gifts | $2,881 |
| University of Missouri | Gifts | $2,440 |
| United Way of St Louis | Gifts | $500 |
| Lung Cancer Connections | Gifts | $309 |
| Humane Society of Missouri | Gifts | $200 |
| National Ms Society | Gifts | $200 |
| Scholarship Foundation of St Louis | Gifts | $200 |
| St Louis Art Museum | Gifts | $200 |
| Missouri Botanical Garden | Gifts | $125 |
| National Yiddish Book Center | Gifts | $120 |
| Aish Hatotah | Gifts | $100 |
| American Associates Ben Guiron | Gifts | $100 |
| American Heart Association | Gifts | $100 |
| American Jewish Committee | Gifts | $100 |
| American Jewish Historical Society | Gifts | $100 |
| American Kidney Fund | Gifts | $100 |
| American Printing House for the Blind | Gifts | $100 |
| American Red Cross | Gifts | $100 |
| Amvets | Gifts | $100 |
| Arts and Education Fund | Gifts | $100 |
| Arza | Gifts | $100 |
| Beverly Farms Foundation | Gifts | $100 |
| Cancer Support Community | Gifts | $100 |
| Cardinal Glennon Hospital | Gifts | $100 |
| Central Institute for the Deaf | Gifts | $100 |
| Channel 9 | Gifts | $100 |
| Dismas House | Gifts | $100 |
| Epilepsy Foundation | Gifts | $100 |
| Forest Park Forever | Gifts | $100 |
| Hebrew Union College | Gifts | $100 |
| Hillel Foundation Mizzou | Gifts | $100 |
| Holocaust Museum and Learning | Gifts | $100 |
| Jewish Family and Children Service | Gifts | $100 |
| Jewish Food Pantry | Gifts | $100 |
| Keren or | Gifts | $100 |
| Logos High School | Gifts | $100 |
| Macular Degeneration | Gifts | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank J Spielberg
- Edward Spielberg
- Stacey Massa
- Andy Spielberg
Questions people ask
Does Frank and Bessie Spielberg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank and Bessie Spielberg Foundation give?
$37,275 in tax year 2025, across 60 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Frank and Bessie Spielberg Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Frank J Spielberg (Trustee), Edward Spielberg (Trustee), Stacey Massa (Trustee) and Andy Spielberg (Trustee).
What does Frank and Bessie Spielberg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.