The Spencer Family Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyFresno, California · EIN 06-1714667 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2023 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
16% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Aquinas College | Santa Paula, CA | General donation | $550,000 |
| Devine Mercy Parish | Clovis, CA | General donation | $50,000 |
| Valley Caregiver Resource Center | Fresno, CA | General donation | $50,000 |
| Fresno State Foundation | Fresno, CA | General donation | $14,642 |
| Holy Cross Mission Center | Notre Dame, IN | General donation | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Fresno, CA | Coat drive | $5,000 |
The return also lists 6 grants to individuals ($256,200). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $935,842 | 12 |
| 2022 | $850,969 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Aug 26, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522389349100127
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 06-1714667
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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