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E L Spencer Jr Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in AUBURN, AL. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2009. It holds total assets of $3.3M. Annual income is reported at $1.3M. Total assets have grown from $1.1M in 2011 to $2.3M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Alabama. According to available records, E L Spencer Jr Foundation Inc. has made 44 grants totaling $293K, with a median grant of $2K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $57K, with an average award of $7K. The foundation has supported 22 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Alabama and New York and Texas. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
N/A
Median Grant
$3K
Average Grant
$8K
Largest Grant
$51K
Based on 16 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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E L Spencer Jr Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 44 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in AL, NY, TX.
E L Spencer Jr Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $293K across 44 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $7K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $57K.
E L Spencer Jr Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
E L Spencer Jr Foundation Inc. is headquartered in AUBURN, AL. While based in AL, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruce Steven Spencer | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Edward L Spencer Iii | VICE PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ruth P Spencer | BOARD OF DIRECTORS | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Sandra J Spencer | PRESIDENT / TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$151K
Total Assets
$2.3M
Fair Market Value
$2.6M
Net Worth
$2.3M
Grants Paid
$128K
Contributions
$185K
Net Investment Income
$85K
Distribution Amount
$118K
Total Grants
44
Total Giving
$293K
Average Grant
$7K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
22
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian ChurchUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Auburn, AL | $57K | 2022 |
| First Baptist ChurchUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Auburn, AL | $100 | 2022 |
| Auburn University FoundationUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Auburn, AL | $25K | 2022 |
| Eamc FoundationUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Opelika, AL | $20K | 2022 |
| Community Foundation Of East AlabamaUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Opelika, AL | $10K | 2022 |
| United Way Of Lee County IncUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Opelika, AL | $8K | 2022 |
| Living RiverUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Montevallo, AL | $5K | 2022 |
| British Schools And Universities FoundationUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | New York, NY | $5K | 2022 |
| Exodus RanchUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Opelika, AL | $2K | 2022 |
| Food Bank Of East AlabamaUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Auburn, AL | $2K | 2022 |
| Alabama Sheriff'S Girl'S RanchUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Montgomery, AL | $2K | 2022 |
| University Of Montevallo FoundationUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Montevallo, AL | $2K | 2022 |
| Presbyterian Community MinistriesUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Auburn, AL | $2K | 2022 |
| Boy Scouts Saugahatchee DistrictUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Auburn, AL | $1K | 2022 |
| Auburn Cemetery FundUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Auburn, AL | $1K | 2022 |
| East Alabama Services For The ElderlyUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Auburn, AL | $1K | 2022 |
| Lee County Humane SocietyUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Auburn, AL | $1K | 2022 |
| Presbyterian Children'S Homes And ServicesUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Austin, TX | $1K | 2022 |
| Southern Souls Animal ShelterUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Eufaula, AL | $1K | 2022 |
| St Michaels Catholic ChurchUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Auburn, AL | $100 | 2022 |
| Laura Crandall Brown FoundationUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Hoover, AL | $100 | 2022 |
| Auburn United Methodist ChurchUNRESTRICTED USE CONTRIBUTION | Auburn, AL | $100 | 2022 |
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