Maxine E Spitler Foundation
Historical FunderNewton, Illinois · EIN 36-4155172 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$33K
Organizations funded16
Typical grant$1,239
Total assets$745K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $770 and $2,729.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | RITA M KOCHER |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 305, NEWTON IL 62448 |
| Phone | 6187833447 |
| Form and materials | APPLICANTS ARE GIVEN DETAILED APPLICATION PROCEDURES IN WRITING UPON REQUEST. |
| Deadlines | MAY 31ST OF EACH YEAR. |
| Restrictions | TO 501(C)3 ORGANIZATIONS BENEFITING YOUTH OR YOUTH ACTIVITIES OR FOR CARE AND PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS, LOCATED IN JASPER AND LAWRENCE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. |
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 Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas School | Newton, IL | Asus chromebooks | $5,790 |
| Kid Shopping Day of Lawrence County Kid Shopping Day | Lawrenceville, IL | School clothing & supplies | $5,000 |
| Lawrence Co Humane Society | Lawrenceville, IL | Spay & neuter program | $2,900 |
| Saved by Grace Animal Rescue Spay/Neuter Program | Newton, IL | Spay, neuter & rabies programs | $2,900 |
| Jasper County Boys & Girls Park | Newton, IL | Drinking fountain/bottle filler | $2,729 |
| Jasper County Cusd1 Newton Community High School | Newton, IL | Choral & theater dept | $2,590 |
| Jasper County Cusd1 Read Program | Newton, IL | Read program books | $2,000 |
| Lawrence County Cusd 20 Parkside Elementary | Lawrenceville, IL | Library & art supplies | $1,900 |
| Jasper County Health Department Safe Sitter Program | Newton, IL | Supplies | $1,239 |
| Erba Jasper County Office | Newton, IL | Food pantry-low income kids | $1,000 |
| Lawrence County Health Dept Healthy Kids Day | Lawrenceville, IL | School supplies low income kids | $1,000 |
| Jasper County Cusd1 Newton Elementary School | Newton, IL | Strong boys-strong girls | $999 |
| Lawrence County Arts Council Kids Theatre Week | Lawrenceville, IL | Supplies | $770 |
| Red Hill Cusd10 Summer Attendance | Sumner, IL | P.e. | $660 |
| Red Hill Cusd10 Jr/Sr High School | Sumner, IL | Music dept. | $588 |
| Claws and Paws Lawrence Cnty Trap & Return Program | Olney, IL | Animal traps | $460 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasper County Cusd 1 Jr High Music Program | Newton, IL | Musical instrument | $5,944 |
| St Thomas School | Newton, IL | 13 asus chromebooks | $4,992 |
| Lawrence County Cusd 20 Parkside Elementary School | Lawrenceville, IL | Music, art, library & tech supplies | $3,650 |
| Jasper County Cusd1 Newton Community High School | Newton, IL | Choral & theater dept | $2,600 |
| Kids Shopping Day of Lawrence Count | Lawrenceville, IL | School clothing & supplies | $2,500 |
| Red Hill Cusd10 Summer Attendance | Sumner, IL | Gaga2go pit w/cart | $2,053 |
| Jasper County Cusd1 Read Program | Newton, IL | Read program books | $2,000 |
| Lawrence Co Humane Society | Lawrenceville, IL | Spay & neuter program | $2,000 |
| Saved by Grace Animal Rescue Spay/Neuter Program | Newton, IL | Spay, neuter & rabies programs | $2,000 |
| Lawrence County Arts Council | Lawrenceville, IL | Kids theatre week shirts | $1,405 |
| Lawrence County Cusd 20 Parkview Junior High School | Lawrenceville, IL | Behavioral intervention support | $1,250 |
| Jasper County Health Dept | Newton, IL | Safe sitter class | $1,250 |
| Erba Jasper County Office | Newton, IL | Food pantry-low income kids | $1,000 |
| Lawrence County Illinois Historical | Lawrenceville, IL | Educational supplies | $1,000 |
| Jasper County Cusd1 Newton Elementary School | Newton, IL | Strong girls & boys | $999 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $32,525 | 31 |
| 2024 | $31,993 | 30 |
| 2023 | $32,251 | 30 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602299349100610
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-4155172
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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