The Sparr Foundation
Accepts applications
The Sparr Foundation is a private foundation in Wernersville, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $21,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,250 and the largest $4,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$21,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,250
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$250,574
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1,000 the year before.
92% 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 | $1,000 | 1 | $247,565 |
| 2024 | $21,000 | 13 | $250,574 |
How to apply
| Contact | Any of the Aforementioned Trustees 100 South Church Rd, Wernersville, PA 19565 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (610) 678-3303 |
| What to submit | A written or oral request stating to whom and purpose of grant |
| Deadlines | Deadlines to be published annually in a local newspaper |
What The Sparr Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 11 | $19,000 |
| Arkansas | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shillington Church of Christ | Charitable donation | $4,000 |
| Delaware Valley Christian Camp | Charitable donation | $3,000 |
| Matthew Ahearn Co Kutztown Universi | Scholarship | $2,750 |
| Coventry Christian School | Charitable donation | $1,250 |
| Yashica Deane Co Montgomery Co Comm | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Emily Bytof Co Alvernia University | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Alyssa Bytof Co Alvernia University | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Richard Mansaray Co Reading Area Co | Scholarship | $1,250 |
| Isaish Horn Co Reading Area Communi | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Jacob Shirey Co Alvernia University | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Janelle Shirey Co Harding Universit | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Jonathan Shirey Co Harding Universi | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Tucker Rutherford Co Desales Univer | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Doug Allen
- Tom Bertolet
- Thomas B Fowler
- Ronny Parker
- Gary Kreuzwieser
Questions people ask
Does The Sparr Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Deadlines to be published annually in a local newspaper.
How much does The Sparr Foundation give?
$21,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,250.
Who runs The Sparr Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Doug Allen (Chairman), Tom Bertolet (Treasurer), Thomas B Fowler (Member Emeritus) and Ronny Parker (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Sparr Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.