Spire Foundation
Accepts applications
Spire Foundation is a private foundation in St Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $65,000 and the largest $1.3 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.3 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$65,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.2 million the year before.
30% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $1.5 million | 1 | $9.6 million |
| 2022 | $1.6 million | 1 | $9.1 million |
| 2023 | $2.2 million | 7 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 10 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Spire Foundation-Grant Applications 700 Market St, St Louis, MO 63101 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (800) 887-4173 |
| What to submit | The Missouri common grant application forms should be used to apply for contributions. Those seeking operating support should complete the short form and provide the required attachments. Those seeking capital support should complete the long form and provide the required attachments. |
| Deadlines | Applications should be limited to one request per fiscal year (october 1-SEPTEMBER 30). |
| Restrictions | Contributions will not be made to an organization if the contribution may impair the independence of a member of the company's board of directors. Those receiving capital support should not seek operating support at the same time. The foundation does not fund the following: individuals, family support or family reunions advertising political, labor, fraternal or religious organizations or civic clubs sports, athletic events or athletic programs travel related events, including student trips or tours development or production of books, films, videos or television programs endowment or memorial campaigns |
What Spire Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 9 | $2.3 million |
| Alabama | 1 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way - Matched Contributions | Public assistance programs | $1.3 million |
| United Way | Public assistance program | $573,306 |
| United Way - Dollar Help | Public assistance programs | $150,000 |
| Community Action Agency of St Louis County | Public assistance program | $80,000 |
| Urban League of Metro St Louis | Public assistance program | $80,000 |
| East Missouri Action Agency | Public assistance program | $50,000 |
| South Central Mo Community Action Agency | Public assistance program | $35,000 |
| Northeast Mo Community Action Corp | Public assistance program | $35,000 |
| Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corp | P.o. Box 920 | $20,000 |
| University of Montevallo Foundation | Support mission of the university - including granting scholarships, program management, and providing academic support | $12,500 |
Officers and trustees
- M Aplington
- S Doyle
- J Hampton
- S Mills
- C Vomund
- A Woodard
- D Popielski
Questions people ask
Does Spire Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications should be limited to one request per fiscal year (october 1-SEPTEMBER 30)..
How much does Spire Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $65,000.
Who runs Spire Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists M Aplington (Trustee), S Doyle (Trustee), J Hampton (Trustee) and S Mills (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Spire Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.