Mary C & Perry F Spencer Foundation
Historical FunderFort Wayne, Indiana · EIN 31-1016213 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,500 and $16,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | LAKE CITY BANK |
|---|---|
| Address | 6851 W JEFFERSON BLVD, FORT WAYNE IN 46804 |
| Phone | 2604225009 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN REQUESTS SHOULD INCLUDE THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH THE GRANT WILL BE USED. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
0% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harlan Christian Youth Center | Harlan, IN | General operating | $40,000 |
| New Mercies Ministries | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $35,000 |
| Soulmedic Media Group Inc | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $20,000 |
| Woodlan Football Booster | Woodburn, IN | General support | $20,000 |
| Associated Churches of Ft Wayne Ind | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $16,000 |
| Allen County Ft Wayne Historical So | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $15,000 |
| Christian Community Health Care Inc | Grabill, IN | General support | $15,000 |
| Youth for Christ USA Inc | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $15,000 |
| Cancer Services of Ne Indiana | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $10,000 |
| Fort Wayne Public Television | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $10,000 |
| Power House Youth Center | New Haven, IN | Gereral support | $10,000 |
| Woodburn Christian Childrens Home | Woodburn, IN | General support | $10,000 |
| Hearcare Connection Inc | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $7,800 |
| Drive Alive Inc | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $7,500 |
| Heart of the City Mission Fdn | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $5,000 |
| Timevista Theater Inc | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $5,000 |
| Summit City Theatre Works | Fort Wayne, IN | General support | $3,000 |
| West Lafayette First Un Meth Church | West Lafayette, IN | General support | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $246,800 | 18 |
| 2024 | $215,450 | 18 |
| 2023 | $233,900 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631269349103508
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 31-1016213
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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