Sparks Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sparks Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $16,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $5,000. 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$16,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$162,350
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7,000 the year before.
17% 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 | $7,000 | 7 | $144,693 |
| 2024 | $16,000 | 6 | $162,350 |
How to apply
Sparks Family 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 Sparks Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $16,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Animal House Project Pet Food Pantry | Support of charitable mission | $5,000 |
| New Life Mennonite Church | Support charitable mission | $5,000 |
| Project Purpose Corp | Support charitable mission | $2,500 |
| St Thomas More Church | Support of charitable mission | $2,000 |
| Operation Holiday | Provides holiday meals and gifts | $1,000 |
| Smith Memorial Scholarship | Support charitable mission | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- David E Sparks
- Anne Marie Sparks
- Deborah Lee Sparks
- Christopher Drew Sparks
Questions people ask
Does Sparks Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sparks Family Foundation give?
$16,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Sparks Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David E Sparks (Trustee), Anne Marie Sparks (Trustee), Deborah Lee Sparks (Trustee) and Christopher Drew Sparks (Trustee).
What does Sparks Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and food and hunger.