Jackson & Evelyn Spears Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jackson & Evelyn Spears Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $113,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $55,000. 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$113,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$55,000
- Assets$863,634
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $103,710 the year before.
50% 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 | $79,510 | 16 | $442,116 |
| 2024 | $103,710 | 21 | $449,643 |
| 2025 | $113,500 | 10 | $863,634 |
How to apply
Jackson & Evelyn Spears 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 Jackson & Evelyn Spears Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $55,000 |
| New York | 3 | $30,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $15,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Fannie and John Hertz Foundation | General fund - for annual expenses | $55,000 |
| Choate Rosemary Hall | General fund - for annual expenses | $10,000 |
| New York Cares | General fund - for annual expenses | $10,000 |
| Princeton University | General fund - for annual expenses | $10,000 |
| St Basil Greek Orthodox Church | General fund - for annual expenses | $10,000 |
| The Metropolitan Opera | General fund - for annual expenses | $10,000 |
| Indian Mountain School | General fund - for annual expenses | $5,000 |
| Music in the Mountains | General fund - for annual expenses | $1,500 |
| Pagosa Springs Medical Center Foundation | General fund - for annual expenses | $1,000 |
| Pagosa Springs Rotary | General fund - for annual expenses | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William G Spears
- Brian Spears
- Maria Spears
- Dorothy Spears
- Wendy Connors
- Sabina Breece
Questions people ask
Does Jackson & Evelyn Spears Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jackson & Evelyn Spears Foundation give?
$113,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Jackson & Evelyn Spears Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William G Spears (Treasurer), Brian Spears (Secretary), Maria Spears (Vice-President) and Dorothy Spears (Vice-President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Jackson & Evelyn Spears Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.