The Spalding Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyWilmette, Illinois · EIN 47-5165696 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$305K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$30,000
Total assets$636K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $250,000.
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
33% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University Foundation | Fort Collins, CO | Assist the promotion, development and enhancement of the facilities and educational programs and opportunities of the faculty, students and… | $250,000 |
| Shirley Ryan Abilitylab - Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago | Chicago, IL | Research, technology and clinical care | $30,000 |
| The Margo Fowler Family Foundation | Deerfield, IL | To assist people with frontotemporal dementia (ftd) | $25,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $305,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 3, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522769349100007
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-5165696
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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