The Sparks Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sparks Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $69,923 in 72 grants; the typical grant was $873 and the largest $7,700. 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$69,923
- Number of grants72
- Typical grant$873
- Largest grant$7,700
- Assets$159,077
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $56,121 the year before.
17% 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 | $56,121 | 76 | $14,835 |
| 2024 | $69,923 | 72 | $159,077 |
How to apply
The Sparks 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Sparks Foundation funds
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Educational | $7,700 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,494 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,424 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,253 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,169 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,130 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,110 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,072 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,071 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,071 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,065 |
| Juana Maria Isabel Quieju Sosof | Educational | $1,065 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,052 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,052 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,052 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,052 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,052 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,052 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,052 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,052 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,052 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,051 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,051 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,051 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,051 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,051 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,051 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,051 |
| Individual | Educational | $1,006 |
| Individual | Educational | $974 |
| Individual | Educational | $974 |
| Individual | Educational | $974 |
| Individual | Educational | $922 |
| Individual | Educational | $922 |
| Anibal Ismael Salvador Petzey Coche | Educational | $889 |
| Individual | Educational | $889 |
| Individual | Educational | $857 |
| Individual | Educational | $857 |
| Individual | Educational | $857 |
| Individual | Educational | $853 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Sparks
- David Sparks
- Andrew Sparks
- Kathleen Sparks
Questions people ask
Does The Sparks Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sparks Foundation give?
$69,923 in tax year 2024, across 72 grants, with a typical grant of $873.
Who runs The Sparks Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Elizabeth Sparks (President), David Sparks (Secretary), Andrew Sparks (Board Member) and Kathleen Sparks (Board Member).
What does The Sparks Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.