Spartan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Spartan Foundation is a private foundation in Vienna, West Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $360,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.4 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$360,000
- Assets$33.4 million
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
24% of its 2025 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 | $1.2 million | 25 | $27.0 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 33 | $29.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 29 | $33.4 million |
How to apply
Spartan 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 Spartan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 17 | $632,905 |
| Ohio | 7 | $602,731 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $113,578 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $14,250 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Clinic | Contribution | $360,000 |
| YMCA of Parkersburg WV | Contribution | $170,196 |
| Parkersburg Area Comm Foundation | Contribution | $120,709 |
| Wvu Foundation | Contribution | $110,000 |
| Memorial Health Foundation | Contribution | $104,000 |
| Marietta College | Contribution | $101,731 |
| Camden Clark Medical Center | Contribution | $100,000 |
| Uniontown Public Library | Contribution | $63,578 |
| The Hill School | Contribution | $50,000 |
| Usga | Contribution | $25,000 |
| West Virginia State University | Contribution | $25,000 |
| Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation | Contribution | $20,000 |
| United Way Alliance of the MOV | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Ely Chapman Education Foundation | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Marietta Community Foundation | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Jupiter Medical Center Foundation | Contribution | $14,250 |
| University of Charleston | Contribution | $12,500 |
| Salvation Army | Contribution | $10,000 |
| WV Music Hall of Fame | Contribution | $7,500 |
| WV Symphony Orchestra Parkersburg | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Wood County Recreation Commission | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Washington State College of Oh | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Wood County Schools | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Friends of Vienna | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Actors Guild of Parkersburg | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Ohio State Havener Eye Institute | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Parkersburg | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Duke University | Contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Harry H Esbenshade III
- Robert E Kirkbride
- Thomas A Heywood
- John L Thomas
- Thomas R Davies
- Bryan J Ream
- Katherine E Hushion
- William D Esbenshade
- Rachel E Reed
- Abigail E O'Keefe
- Molly H E Shaughnessy
- Aaron L Tice
- Rachel E Ash
Questions people ask
Does Spartan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Spartan Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Spartan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harry H Esbenshade III (President), Robert E Kirkbride (Director), Thomas A Heywood (Director) and John L Thomas (Director) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does Spartan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and human services.