Albert J Speh Jr & Claire R Speh Foundation
Historical FunderPaso Robles, California · EIN 36-4118596 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $532 and $20,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | ALBERT J AND CLAIRE R SPEH FOUNDATI |
|---|---|
| Address | 83 OAK CREEK COURT, NORTH AURORA IL 60542 |
| Phone | 8472208246 |
| Form and materials | A LETTER OF INTENT MUST BE SUBMITTED 60 DAYS PRIOR TO GRANT APPLICATION DEAD LINE. THE FOUNDATION WILL THEN DECIDE WHETHER THEY WILL REQUEST A GRANT APPLICATION |
| Deadlines | GRANT APPLICATION DEADLINES ARE MARCH 15 AND JULY 15 |
| Restrictions | REQUESTS MUST BE MADE FOR PROGRAMS WHICH DIRECTLY IMPACT YOUTH BETWEEN THE AGES OF 13 - 19, MUST BE MADE BY A 501(C)(3) ORG., CHICAGO METRO REGION, ORG MUST HAVE STRONG COMMUNITY SUPPORT, HAVE MEANINGFUL OBJECTIVES AND REALISTIC BUDGETS. THEY MUST ALSO DEMONSTRATE COMPETENT LEADERSHIP AND PROVIDE FOR PERIODIC EVALUATION OF THEIR PROGRAMS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
68% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| By the Hand Club for Kids | Chicago, IL | General support | $45,000 |
| Target Hope | Matteson, IL | General support | $40,000 |
| College Possible | Saint Paul, MN | General support | $25,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | Chicago, IL | Birthday gifts | $21,325 |
| One Family Illinois | Chicago, IL | General support | $20,000 |
| The Bridge Teen Center | Orland Park, IL | General support | $15,000 |
| Slo County Recovery Center Request | San Luis Obispo, CA | General support | $4,442 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Santa Maria | Santa Maria, CA | General support | $3,000 |
| Golden Wolves Sports Association | Atascadero, CA | General support | $2,698 |
| Immaculate Conception | Chicago, IL | General support | $1,552 |
| Jalopy Theater | Brooklyn, NY | Gala event support | $1,000 |
| Sinsheimer Elementary | San Luis Obispo, CA | General support | $1,000 |
| Big Brothersbig Sisters | Chicago, IL | School based mentoring program | $532 |
| Pacific Wildlife Care | Morro Bay, CA | General support | $515 |
| Save the Children | Fairfield, CT | General support | $511 |
| Optimist Club | St Louis, MO | General support | $103 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $181,678 | 16 |
| 2024 | $20,865 | 13 |
| 2023 | $149,994 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621329349101517
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4118596
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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