Spencer Charitable Foundation 711 N Carancahua St
Invitation OnlyCorpus Christi, Texas · EIN 74-2900267 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$85K
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$3,500
Total assets$883K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $4,500.
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
11% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Baptist Children | Round Rock, TX | For operating charitable activities | $22,000 |
| Sam Houston State University | Huntsville, TX | For operating charitable activities | $10,000 |
| Capital Area Food Bank | Washington, DC | For operating charity purpose | $10,000 |
| Braille Institute | Los Angeles, CA | For operating charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Salvation Army | Austin, TX | For operating charitable activities | $4,500 |
| Helping Hand Home for Children | Austin, TX | For operating charitable activities | $4,000 |
| Cedar Park Food Pantry | Cedar Park, TX | For operating charitable activities | $4,000 |
| Family Eldercare | Austin, TX | For operating charitable activities | $3,800 |
| Carnitas of Austin | Austin, TX | For operating charitable activities | $3,800 |
| Meals on Wheels | Austin, TX | For operating charitable activities | $3,500 |
| Kingsland Share the Harvest | Kingsland, TX | For operating charitable activities | $3,000 |
| The Safe Place | Austin, TX | For operating charitable activities | $2,500 |
| Central Texas Food Bank | Austin, TX | For operating charitable activities | $2,000 |
| Restoration Ranch | Bastrop, TX | For operating charitable activities | $2,000 |
| Central Texas SPCA | Leander, TX | For operating charitable activities | $2,000 |
| Crp Chr Metro Ministries | Corpus Christi, TX | For operating charitable activities | $1,000 |
| Austin Children Shelter | Austin, TX | For operating charitable activities | $1,000 |
| Soules Chapel | Gilmer, TX | For operating charitable activities | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $85,100 | 18 |
| 2023 | $85,100 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523219349106832
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-2900267
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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