Raymond G & Estelle K Spehar Foundation
Invitation OnlyPasadena, California · EIN 33-0679989 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$100K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$10,000
Total assets$6.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $35,000.
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
100% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nebraska Foundation | Lincoln, NE | Dr. james P. and marcia S. halligan professorship | $50,000 |
| Program for Early Parent Support (Peps) | Seattle, WA | Strategic planning process 2025 | $35,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Oregon and Sw Washington Inc | Portland, OR | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Northwest School for Deaf and Hard-Of-Hearing Children | Seattle, WA | General operating support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $100,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $100,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 16, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543209349100209
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-0679989
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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