Melvin Spitcaufsky Memorial Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyOverland Park, Kansas · EIN 43-1186049 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $25,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
66% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| LA Jolla Institute Allergy Immunolo | LA Jolla, CA | To support LA jolla institute allergy & immunology | $36,000 |
| Foundation for Animal Care and Educ | San Diego, CA | To support foundation for animals | $25,000 |
| Mccallum Theatre | Palm Desert, CA | To support theatre | $25,000 |
| Kehilath Israel Synagogue | Overland Park, KS | To support local religious establishments | $3,000 |
| Highlands Elementary PTA | Mission, KS | To support local school | $2,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Memphis, TN | To support st jude childrens hospital | $2,000 |
The return also lists 5 grants to individuals ($5,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $98,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $56,200 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 22, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202531429349100513
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-1186049
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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