The Spencer Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Spencer Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Huntington, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,500 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $9,250 and the largest $17,500. 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$18,500
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$9,250
- Largest grant$17,500
- Assets$19,868
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $20,161 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 | $26,000 | 2 | $0 |
| 2024 | $20,161 | 3 | $18,745 |
| 2025 | $18,500 | 2 | $19,868 |
How to apply
The Spencer Foundation Inc 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 The Spencer Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $17,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Children's Cancer Society | Educational support kids with cancer | $17,500 |
| St Baldrick's Foundation | Childhood cancer research | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeanine Spencer
- Kathryn del Castillo
- Susan W Porter
- Katie Coleman
- Nathalie Donachie
- Jean Zakshevsky
- David Wuestmann
- Gina Wuestmann
Questions people ask
Does The Spencer Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Spencer Foundation Inc give?
$18,500 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $9,250.
Who runs The Spencer Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeanine Spencer (President), Kathryn del Castillo (Vice Preside), Susan W Porter (Secretary) and Katie Coleman (Treasurer) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Spencer Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.