Phil and Ruth Spano Foundation
Invitation OnlyHenderson, Colorado · EIN 81-4487318 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$235K
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$25,000
Total assets$5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $50,000.
From the return
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
0% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Historical Society | Aspen, CO | Zupancis & holden-marolt | $75,000 |
| Caruso Family Charities | Lakewood, CO | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Denver Rescue Mission | Denver, CO | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Emmaus Catholic Hospice | Denver, CO | General operating support | $25,000 |
| Catholic Health Intitavies | Lakewood, CO | Flight for life program | $20,000 |
| Catholic Health Intitavies | Lakewood, CO | Scholarship program | $20,000 |
| Lutheran Medical Center Foundation | Wheat Ridge, CO | Collier hospice | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $235,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $270,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jul 7, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202521889349100227
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-4487318
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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