The Sparks Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Sparks Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Midland, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $300,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.1 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $271,000 the year before.
64% 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 | $271,000 | 6 | $9.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 11 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | C Todd Sparks 2600 Mockingbird Ln, Midland, TX 79705 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (432) 683-5203 |
| What to submit | Prescribed Forms |
| Deadlines | 90 days prior to requested funding date |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $846,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $225,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Midland Memorial Foundation | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $300,000 |
| Texas Public Policy Foundation | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $300,000 |
| PBBHC | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $200,000 |
| America First Policy Institute | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $125,000 |
| America First Works | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $100,000 |
| Christians Engaged | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $20,000 |
| One Accord for Kids | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $10,000 |
| Midland Fair Haven | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $10,000 |
| Celebration Family Church | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $5,000 |
| Flag Foundation | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $1,000 |
| Texas Scorecard | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- C Todd Sparks
- W Jeffrey Sparks
- Don L Sparks
- Kevin D Sparks
Questions people ask
Does The Sparks Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: 90 days prior to requested funding date.
How much does The Sparks Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Sparks Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists C Todd Sparks (Secretary), W Jeffrey Sparks (Vice President), Don L Sparks (President) and Kevin D Sparks (Treasurer).