The Spionkop Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Spionkop Charitable Trust is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.4 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $8,750 and the largest $1.1 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.4 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$8,750
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $188,500 the year before.
37% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $188,500 | 16 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 24 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Spionkop Charitable Trust 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 Spionkop Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $1.1 million |
| Ohio | 2 | $1.1 million |
| New York | 9 | $62,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
| Rhode Island | 3 | $12,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable - the Pratt Family Fund | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable | $1.1 million |
| National Philanthropic Trust - JPM Charitable Giving -Pratt Gregg Fund | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable | $1.1 million |
| Dosoris Cemetery Trust | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/cemetery trust | $16,250 |
| Ocean Conservancy | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/environmental | $15,000 |
| The Sundari Foundation Inc | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational | $15,000 |
| Trees for the Future | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational | $15,000 |
| Fidelity Charitable - the Pratt Family Fund | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable | $12,500 |
| Fresh Artists | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational | $12,500 |
| National Philanthropic Trust - JPM Charitable Giving -Pratt Gregg Fund | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable | $12,500 |
| The Garden Club of America Endowment Fund | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational/environmental | $11,250 |
| Pennsylvania Horticultural Society | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational/environmental | $10,000 |
| The Pratt Institute -Richardson (Jerry) Scholarship Fund | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational | $10,000 |
| Fresh Artists | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational | $7,500 |
| Brooklyn Botanic Garden | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational | $6,250 |
| Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/medical research | $6,250 |
| Jenkins Aboretum & Gardens | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational/environmental | $5,000 |
| Lucy's Hearth | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/medical research | $5,000 |
| The Lustgarten Foundation | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational/medical | $5,000 |
| The Lustgarten Foundation | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational/medical | $5,000 |
| Conanicut Island Sailing Foundation | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational/environmental | $4,500 |
| Lucy's Hearth | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/medical research | $3,000 |
| Heckscher Museum of Art | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational | $1,500 |
| The Nature Conservancy | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/environmental | $1,000 |
| Visitng Nurse Service and Hospice of Suffolk | To accomplish the charitable purpose of the foundation - charitable/educational/medical | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary Offutt Pratt
- David O Pratt
- Dosoris Trust Company
Questions people ask
Does The Spionkop Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Spionkop Charitable Trust give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $8,750.
Who runs The Spionkop Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Mary Offutt Pratt (Trustee), David O Pratt (Trustee) and Dosoris Trust Company (Trustee).
What does The Spionkop Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.