Sparkpeople Service Inc
Preselected recipients only
Sparkpeople Service Inc is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $73,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$73,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was up from $46,500 the year before.
60% of its 2024 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 | $46,500 | 8 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $73,000 | 5 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Sparkpeople Service 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Sparkpeople Service Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $72,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Monte Vista Christian Shcool | To support the mission of the organization | $50,000 |
| Temple of Change Transform | To support the mission of the organization | $10,000 |
| St Stephen's Lutheran | To support the mission of the organization | $10,000 |
| Christ Lutheran Church | To support the mission of the organization | $2,000 |
| The Collins Foundation | To support the mission of the organization | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christopher Downie
- Karina Downie
- Ingrid Stahl
Questions people ask
Does Sparkpeople Service Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sparkpeople Service Inc give?
$73,000 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Sparkpeople Service Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Christopher Downie (President & Trustee), Karina Downie (Trustee) and Ingrid Stahl (Trustee).
What does Sparkpeople Service Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.