JA Sprague Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
JA Sprague Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $167,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$167,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$4.1 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $156,500 the year before.
14% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $156,500 | 22 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $167,000 | 22 | $4.1 million |
How to apply
JA Sprague 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 JA Sprague Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $79,000 |
| Maine | 6 | $39,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $24,000 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $14,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boston Rowing Federation | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| Portland Community Squash | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| Pro-Vision Inc | General Purpose | $20,000 |
| Kinkaid School | Alumni Fund and Tom Moore Fund | $13,000 |
| Connect | Connect! Programs | $10,000 |
| Hurricane Island Foundation | Peter Willaur Fund | $10,000 |
| Mission Squash | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| St John the Divine Episcopal Church | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Three Trees Foundation | General Purpose | $10,000 |
| Just City | General Purpose | $7,500 |
| Ecclesia Houston | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Houston Area Women's Center | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Slingshot Memphis | General Purpose | $5,000 |
| Tabor Academy | Contribution to the Alumni Fund | $4,000 |
| Bowdoin College | Alumni Fund | $3,000 |
| Memorial Park Conservancy | General Purpose | $3,000 |
| Nonesuch Oar and Paddle Club | General Purpose | $3,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | General Purpose | $2,000 |
| Mid-South Food Bank | General Purpose | $2,000 |
| St James Church | General Purpose | $2,000 |
| Prouts Neck Historical Society | General Purpose | $1,500 |
| University of Texas Law Foundation | Alumni Fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- J Abbott Sprague
- Andrew A Sprague
- Emeline H Sprague
- Allison A Sprague
- Phineas C Sprague
- Phoebe Coco S Gille
Questions people ask
Does JA Sprague Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JA Sprague Family Foundation give?
$167,000 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs JA Sprague Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists J Abbott Sprague (President), Andrew A Sprague (Treasurer/Director), Emeline H Sprague (Director) and Allison A Sprague (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does JA Sprague Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and food and hunger.