Spire Foundation
Historical FunderSt Louis, Missouri · EIN 43-6068197 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $35,000 and $150,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SPIRE FOUNDATION-GRANT APPLICATIONS |
|---|---|
| Address | 700 MARKET ST, ST LOUIS MO 63101 |
| Phone | 8008874173 |
| Form and materials | THE MISSOURI COMMON GRANT APPLICATION FORMS SHOULD BE USED TO APPLY FOR CONTRIBUTIONS. THOSE SEEKING OPERATING SUPPORT SHOULD COMPLETE THE SHORT FORM AND PROVIDE THE REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS. THOSE SEEKING CAPITAL SUPPORT SHOULD COMPLETE THE LONG FORM AND PROVIDE THE REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS. |
| Deadlines | APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE LIMITED TO ONE REQUEST PER FISCAL YEAR (OCTOBER 1-SEPTEMBER 30). |
| Restrictions | CONTRIBUTIONS WILL NOT BE MADE TO AN ORGANIZATION IF THE CONTRIBUTION MAY IMPAIR THE INDEPENDENCE OF A MEMBER OF THE COMPANY'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS. THOSE RECEIVING CAPITAL SUPPORT SHOULD NOT SEEK OPERATING SUPPORT AT THE SAME TIME. THE FOUNDATION DOES NOT FUND THE FOLLOWING: INDIVIDUALS, FAMILY SUPPORT OR FAMILY REUNIONS ADVERTISING POLITICAL, LABOR, FRATERNAL OR RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATIONS OR CIVIC CLUBS SPORTS, ATHLETIC EVENTS OR ATHLETIC PROGRAMS TRAVEL RELATED EVENTS, INCLUDING STUDENT TRIPS OR TOURS DEVELOPMENT OR PRODUCTION OF BOOKS, FILMS, VIDEOS OR TELEVISION PROGRAMS ENDOWMENT OR MEMORIAL CAMPAIGNS |
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
10% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Way - Matched Contributions | St Louis, MO | Public assistance programs | $1,313,528 |
| United Way | St Louis, MO | Public assistance program | $573,306 |
| United Way - Dollar Help | St Louis, MO | Public assistance programs | $150,000 |
| Community Action Agency of St Louis County | St Louis, MO | Public assistance program | $80,000 |
| Urban League of Metro St Louis | St Louis, MO | Public assistance program | $80,000 |
| East Missouri Action Agency | Park Hills, MO | Public assistance program | $50,000 |
| South Central Mo Community Action Agency | Winona, MO | Public assistance program | $35,000 |
| Northeast Mo Community Action Corp | Bowling Green, MO | Public assistance program | $35,000 |
| Jefferson Franklin Community Action Corp | Hillsboro, MO | P.o. box 920 | $20,000 |
| University of Montevallo Foundation | Montevallo, AL | Support mission of the university - including granting scholarships, program management, and providing academic support | $12,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,349,334 | 10 |
| 2023 | $2,216,306 | 7 |
| 2022 | $1,615,230 | 1 |
| 2021 | $1,516,092 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202612269349100216
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-6068197
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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