Sproul Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sproul Foundation is a private foundation in Berwyn, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $28,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $6,000. 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$28,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$378,531
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $28,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $20,000 | 13 | $314,449 |
| 2023 | $28,000 | 13 | $362,293 |
| 2024 | $28,000 | 13 | $378,531 |
How to apply
Sproul 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 Sproul Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 13 | $28,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Clinic for Special Children Development | Annual contribution | $6,000 |
| Christiana Historical Society | Annual contribution | $4,000 |
| Andrews Bridge Fellowship | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Lincoln University | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| The Cheyney Fundation | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Lancaster History | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Demuth Foundation | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Bart Meeting Association | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Wharton Esherick Museum | Annual contribution | $2,000 |
| Sadsbury Monthly Meeting | Annual contribution | $1,000 |
| Bellvue Presbyterian Church | Annual contribution | $1,000 |
| Union Cemetary Association | Annual contribution | $1,000 |
| Homeville Cemetery Company | Annual contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Jeffords
- Curtis Roberts
- Lydia Jeffords Strong
Questions people ask
Does Sproul Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sproul Foundation give?
$28,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Sproul Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth Jeffords (Trustee), Curtis Roberts (Trustee) and Lydia Jeffords Strong (Trustee).
What does Sproul Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.