The Sparks Foundation Inc
Historical FunderMidland, Texas · EIN 20-0396160 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $300,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | C Todd Sparks |
|---|---|
| Address | 2600 Mockingbird Ln, Midland TX 79705 |
| Phone | 4326835203 |
| Form and materials | Prescribed Forms |
| Deadlines | 90 days prior to requested funding date |
| Restrictions | None |
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
40% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland Memorial Foundation | Midland, TX | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $300,000 |
| Texas Public Policy Foundation | Austin, TX | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $300,000 |
| America First Policy Institute | Arlington, VA | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $125,000 |
| Celebration Family Church | Fritch, TX | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $5,000 |
| Flag Foundation | Tarpon Springs, FL | To assist and support the services and programs of the foundation. | $1,000 |
The return also lists 6 grants to individuals ($341,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,072,000 | 11 |
| 2023 | $271,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533219349106158
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-0396160
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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