Spencer Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Spencer Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Corpus Christi, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $85,100 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $3,650 and the largest $22,000. 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$85,100
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$3,650
- Largest grant$22,000
- Assets$882,970
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $85,100 the year before.
6% 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 | $85,100 | 18 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $85,100 | 18 | $882,970 |
How to apply
Spencer Charitable 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 Spencer Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 16 | $70,100 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Baptist Children | For operating charitable activities | $22,000 |
| Sam Houston State University | For operating charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | For operating charity purpose | $10,000 |
| Braille Institute | For operating charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | For operating charitable activities | $4,500 |
| Helping Hand Home for Children | For operating charitable activities | $4,000 |
| Cedar Park Food Pantry | For operating charitable activities | $4,000 |
| Family Eldercare | For operating charitable activities | $3,800 |
| Carnitas of Austin | For operating charitable activities | $3,800 |
| Meals on Wheels | For operating charitable activities | $3,500 |
| Kingsland Share the Harvest | For operating charitable activities | $3,000 |
| The Safe Place | For operating charitable activities | $2,500 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | For operating charitable activities | $2,000 |
| Restoration Ranch | For operating charitable activities | $2,000 |
| Central Texas SPCA | For operating charitable activities | $2,000 |
| CRP CHR Metro Ministries | For operating charitable activities | $1,000 |
| Austin Children Shelter | For operating charitable activities | $1,000 |
| Soules Chapel | For operating charitable activities | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew M Spencer
- Charlotte Spencer Stacy
Questions people ask
Does Spencer Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spencer Charitable Foundation give?
$85,100 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $3,650.
Who runs Spencer Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew M Spencer (President\di) and Charlotte Spencer Stacy (Secretary/Di).
What does Spencer Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and food and hunger.