John Sperling Foundation
Litchfield Park, Arizona · EIN 320284165 · Private foundation
Based in Litchfield Park, Arizona, John Sperling Foundation has awarded $12.7M across 77 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Earthjustice. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What John Sperling Foundation funds
John Sperling Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, criminal justice, environment & conservation, food & agriculture, health care, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include families.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earthjustice THIRD INSTALLMENT OF A THREE YEAR GRANT FOR THE CLIMATE AND ENERGY PROGRAM | San Francisco, CA | $1.0M | 2024 |
| Earthjustice SECOND INSTALLMENT OF A THREE YEAR GRANT FOR THE CLIMATE AND ENERGY PROGRAM | San Francisco, CA | $1.0M | 2023 |
| Earthjustice FIRST INSTALLMENT OF A THREE YEAR GRANT FOR THE CLIMATE AND ENERGY PROGRAM | San Francisco, CA | $1.0M | 2022 |
How to apply for funding from John Sperling Foundation
John Sperling Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about John Sperling Foundation
- Does John Sperling Foundation accept grant applications?
- John Sperling Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does John Sperling Foundation fund?
- John Sperling Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Earthjustice. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does John Sperling Foundation give in grants?
- John Sperling Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $3.8M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $12.7M over 77 grants.
- Where is John Sperling Foundation located?
- John Sperling Foundation is based in Litchfield Park, Arizona. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 320284165.
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