Elma Dill Russell Spencer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Elma Dill Russell Spencer Foundation is a private foundation in San Antonio, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.0 million in 38 grants; the typical grant was $57,225 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$5.0 million
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$57,225
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$106 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.8 million the year before.
40% 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 | $4.8 million | 32 | $105 million |
| 2024 | $5.0 million | 38 | $106 million |
How to apply
Elma Dill Russell Spencer 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 Elma Dill Russell Spencer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 37 | $4.6 million |
| New York | 1 | $333,334 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of the Incarnate Word | Maher mission and ministry fund for the cardinal cupboard and scholarships | $1.1 million |
| Texas Wildlfe Association Foundation | Conservation and education | $500,000 |
| Trinity University | Support the center for educational leadership | $375,000 |
| Texas Facilities Fund | Support charter schools with access to low-cost, long-term financing | $333,334 |
| School of Science and Technology | Acquisition costs associated with future campus | $300,000 |
| Harmony Public Schools | General support | $250,000 |
| Texas Agricultural Land Trust | Conservation/education | $230,000 |
| St Andrew's United Methodist Church | School operations, pastoral care fund | $180,000 |
| Choose to Succeed | General operations | $175,000 |
| Texas Cavaliers Charitable Foundation | Support for impoverished children in bexar county, tx | $175,000 |
| St Peter the Apostle Catholic School | Support establishing school | $147,515 |
| New Frontiers Public Schools | Expanding the early college experience across san antonio and beyond | $125,000 |
| Hill Country Youth Ranch | Enrichment and education program | $100,000 |
| San Antonio Zoological Society | Zoo admission and education encounters for under-served students that attend title 1 schools | $100,000 |
| Texas Biomedical Research Institute | Scientific revolution capital campaign | $100,000 |
| Children's Association for Maximum Potential | Support opporunities for individuals with disabilities | $100,000 |
| San Antonio Botanical Garden | Support of the youth water conservationists program | $85,000 |
| Friends of Cibolo Wilderness | Children's programs and nature literacy education | $75,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General operations | $64,450 |
| Charity Ball Association | Children's support programs | $50,000 |
| Rise School of San Antonio | Provide highest quality early childhood education for all children | $50,000 |
| Essence Prepatory Schools | General support | $50,000 |
| San Antonio River Foundation | Fund a school tour educator | $40,000 |
| City Kids Adventures | Purchase of equipment | $35,000 |
| KIPP Texas Public Schools | Bexar county growth | $30,000 |
| Cibolo Nature Center | General operations | $25,000 |
| Texas Parks & Wildlife Foundation | Continuation of conservation legacy version 1 | $20,000 |
| St Barnabas Episcopal Church | General operations | $20,000 |
| Edwards Plateau Alliance | Preservation and conservation of natural resources | $20,000 |
| Briscoe Western Art Museum | Table sponsor for gala | $10,000 |
| Coastal Bend Community Foundation | Harvey weil dinnner sponsorship | $10,000 |
| San Antonio Academy | Mike heineman athletic endowment fund | $10,000 |
| Comal County Counservation Alliance | General support | $10,000 |
| Kids Meals | General operations | $10,000 |
| Witte Museum | General support | $10,000 |
| Navy League-Alamo Battalion | Support alamo battalion | $8,050 |
| Texas Foundation for Conservation | General operations | $7,500 |
| Texas Brigades | Texas brigade camps | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve C Lewis
- Aj Lewis III
- Kathy Sutton
- Louis H Stumberg Jr
Questions people ask
Does Elma Dill Russell Spencer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elma Dill Russell Spencer Foundation give?
$5.0 million in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $57,225.
Who runs Elma Dill Russell Spencer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Steve C Lewis (President), Aj Lewis III (Vp/Treasurer), Kathy Sutton (Sec/Admin Dir) and Louis H Stumberg Jr (Vice President).
What does Elma Dill Russell Spencer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.