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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 76-0721677

The Grace Helen Spearman Foundation

A private foundation in Palm Springs, CA. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 89 grants and $955,500 paid in grants.

Tax year 2024 (period ending Nov 30, 2025), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Preselected only

The return checks the box saying the foundation gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Assets and giving by year

8 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2024

    $955,500

    Grants listed
    89
    Assets, end of year
    $14,052,076
  • Tax year 2023

    $872,200

    Grants listed
    90
    Assets, end of year
    $13,702,878
  • Tax year 2022

    $725,900

    Grants listed
    82
    Assets, end of year
    $13,671,616
  • Tax year 2021

    $925,200

    Grants listed
    117
    Assets, end of year
    $13,800,120
  • Tax year 2020

    $834,400

    Grants listed
    126
    Assets, end of year
    $14,268,822
  • Tax year 2019

    $792,348

    Grants listed
    98
    Assets, end of year
    $13,852,109
  • Tax year 2018

    $850,400

    Grants listed
    127
    Assets, end of year
    $14,647,261
  • Tax year 2017

    $786,600

    Grants listed
    109
    Assets, end of year
    $15,251,521

Grants paid in 2024

89 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Eisenhower Health (medical Center)Rancho Mirage, CA

    To support healthcare needs in the region

    $64,000
  2. Dap HealthPalm Springs, CA

    To advocate for healthcare for all, especially those affected by HIV and AIDS

    $45,000
  3. Do the Right Thing Greater Palm SpringsRancho Mirage, CA

    To support community services

    $45,000
  4. The Joslyn CenterPalm Desert, CA

    To enhance the well-being of all adults 50+ through innovative programs and services

    $35,100
  5. Cathedral City Senior CenterCathedral City, CA

    To provide social services to seniors

    $35,000
  6. Palm Springs Cultural CenterPalm Springs, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $35,000
  7. The Living Desert Zoo and GardensPalm Desert, CA

    To support community services

    $35,000
  8. The Desert SymphonyPalm Desert, CA

    To bring professional orchestral concerts to the desert cities

    $30,100
  9. Aap-Food SamaritansPalm Springs, CA

    To support community services

    $30,000
  10. The LGBTQ Community CenterPalm Springs, CA

    To support community services

    $30,000
  11. Variety - the Children's CharityFranklin, TN

    To enrich lives and build a better future for the children in southern california

    $25,500
  12. Crowell Family YMCA (s Pasadena San Marino YMCA)South Pasadena, CA

    To support community services

    $25,000
  13. Palm Springs Art MuseumPalm Springs, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $24,200
  14. Friends of Palm SpringsPalm Springs, CA

    To transform lives through extraordinary animal care and advocacy

    $20,200
  15. Camp Laurel FoundationPasadena, CA

    To support community services for the youth

    $19,000
  16. Nickerson-Rossi DancePalm Springs, CA

    To provide dance programming

    $17,500
  17. Huntington Library & Art GallerySan Marino, CA

    To provide education concerning major works of art

    $15,000
  18. Mizell Senior CenterPalm Springs, CA

    To enhance the lives and welfare of adults

    $15,000
  19. Jewish Federation of the DesertRancho Mirage, CA

    To support community services

    $15,000
  20. Barbara Sinatra Children's CenterRancho Mirage, CA

    To support community services

    $15,000
  21. Oak Grove Sanctuary Palm SpringsPalm Springs, CA

    To support community services

    $15,000
  22. Boys & Girls Club of AmericaAtlanta, GA

    To enable young people reach their full potential

    $12,500
  23. Palm Springs Unified SchoolPalm Springs, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $12,500
  24. Sonoma County Acts of KindnessSanta Rosa, CA

    To support community services

    $10,500
  25. Foundation for Palm Springs USDPalm Springs, CA

    To create pathways for students to achieve their potential

    $10,000
  26. Humane Society of Silicon ValleyMilpitas, CA

    To save and enhance the lives of pets

    $10,000
  27. McCallum TheaterPalm Desert, CA

    To entertain and educate the public through performing arts

    $10,000
  28. Senior Advocate of the DesertCathedral City, CA

    To serve the needs of low-income seniors in the coachella valley

    $10,000
  29. Door of HopePasadena, CA

    To support community services

    $10,000
  30. Muncie Civic Theatre AssociationMuncie, IN

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $10,000
  31. Palm Springs SymphonyPalm Desert, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $10,000
  32. Hocker ProductionsPalm Springs, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $7,500
  33. Caravanserai ProjectPalm Springs, CA

    To support community services

    $7,500
  34. Film Independent IncLos Angeles, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $7,500
  35. Palm Springs Gay Men's ChorusPalm Springs, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $7,500
  36. Palm Springs Opera GuildPalm Springs, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $7,500
  37. Palm Springs Plaza Theatre FoundationPalm Springs, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $7,500
  38. Palm Springs Public Library FoundationPalm Springs, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $7,500
  39. Assistance League of CoachellaRancho Mirage, CA

    To improve the lives of children, families and seniors in the coachella valley

    $5,000
  40. Ca Federation of Women's ClubsWashington, DC

    To enhance lives through volunteer service

    $5,000
  41. Greater Palm Springs Pride IncPalm Springs, CA

    To promote public education and awareness of the LGBTQ community

    $5,000
  42. Harkham Hillel Hebrew AcadamyBeverly Hills, CA

    To teach,empower,and inspire jewish students

    $5,000
  43. Jet S SynagogueGranada Hills, CA

    To provide quality jewish education

    $5,000
  44. Samuel A Fryer Yavneh Hebrew AcLos Angeles, CA

    To instill jewish values

    $5,000
  45. United Way of the DesertLa Quinta, CA

    To help indigent members of the community

    $5,000
  46. Desert AIDS ProjectPalm Springs, CA

    To promote improved health and wellness

    $5,000
  47. Japanese American National MuseumLos Angeles, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $5,000
  48. American Red CrossWashington, DC

    To support community services

    $5,000
  49. Big Hearts for Little HeartsSalem, VA

    To support community services

    $5,000
  50. Brothers of the DesertPalm Springs, CA

    To support community services

    $5,000
  51. Catholic CharitiesAlbuquerque, NM

    To support community services

    $5,000
  52. Children's Playtime ProductionsPalm Desert, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $5,000
  53. Don't Be A Chump Check for A LumpMesa, AZ

    To promote improved health and wellness

    $5,000
  54. Emek Hebrew Day SchoolSherman Oaks, CA

    To teach,empower, and inspire jewish students

    $5,000
  55. Five Acres the Boys & Girls Aid Society of LAAltadena, CA

    To support community services

    $5,000
  56. Friendly Hand FoundationLos Angeles, CA

    To support community services

    $5,000
  57. Friends of the ChildrenIndio, CA

    To support community services

    $5,000
  58. Make A Wish FoundationLos Angeles, CA

    To support community services

    $5,000
  59. Our Sisters ClosetMobile, AL

    To support community services

    $5,000
  60. PS Test IncPalm Springs, CA

    To support community services

    $5,000
  61. Variety Club Charity for ChildrenBirmingham, MI

    To help special needs children and their families thrive

    $5,000
  62. Venice High Arts Guild (VHSF)Los Angeles, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $5,000
  63. VoiceslaPasadena, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $5,000
  64. Yeshiva of Los AngelesLos Angeles, CA

    To provide quality jewish education

    $5,000
  65. Palm Springs FrontrunnersPalm Springs, CA

    To provide a club for members and friends of the LGBTQ+ community

    $4,000
  66. Tools for Tomorrow IncPalm Desert, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $4,000
  67. Breast Cancer SolutionsLake Forest, CA

    To support healthcare needs in the region

    $4,000
  68. Safehouse of the DesertThousand Palms, CA

    To provide outreach services to runaway, homeless and other youth in crisis

    $3,500
  69. Read with Me Volunteer ProgramRancho Mirage, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $3,500
  70. Food in Need of DistributionIndio, CA

    To support community services

    $3,500
  71. Guide Dogs of AmericaPalm Springs, CA

    To save and enhance the lives of pets

    $3,500
  72. Jewish Big Brothers Big SistersLos Angeles, CA

    To teach,empower, and inspire jewish students

    $3,500
  73. Martha's Village and KitchenIndio, CA

    To support community services

    $3,500
  74. Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory FDNRancho Mirage, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $3,500
  75. The Brett Tashman FoundationUpland, CA

    To promote improved health and wellness

    $3,500
  76. Vista Del Mar Child and Family ServicesLos Angeles, CA

    To support community services

    $3,500
  77. Yeshiva Ketana of Los AngelesValley VLG, CA

    To provide an outstanding judaic and general education

    $3,000
  78. BOO2BULLYINGPalm Springs, CA

    To support youth development and suicide prevention

    $3,000
  79. Songshine FoundationPalm Desert, CA

    To train and certify instructors of vocal therapy classes

    $2,500
  80. Exceptional Children's FoundationInglewood, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $2,500
  81. Program for Torture VictimsLos Angeles, CA

    To support community services

    $2,500
  82. Ronald McDonald House Charities of SocalLos Angeles, CA

    To support community services

    $2,500
  83. Soroptimist House of Hope IncDSRT Hot SPGS, CA

    To support community services

    $2,500
  84. Big Brothers Big SistersTampa, FL

    To support community services

    $2,500
  85. Dezart PerformsPalm Springs, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $2,500
  86. Rebuilding Together San DiegoSan Diego, CA

    To support community services

    $2,500
  87. The Other Side of the Hill ProductionsNorth Hollywood, CA

    To promote arts and cultural programs

    $2,500
  88. The Pablove FoundationLos Angeles, CA

    To promote improved health and wellness

    $2,500
  89. Regional Access Project Foundation IncPalm Desert, CA

    To support community services

    $2,400

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Education5 grants $94,50023% of the total
  2. Arts and culture12 grants $94,20023% of the total
  3. Human services11 grants $76,40018% of the total
  4. Health4 grants $59,00014% of the total
  5. International aid2 grants $33,0008% of the total
  6. Animals1 grant $20,2005% of the total
  7. 10 other causes11 grants $41,00010% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. California78 grants $888,000
  2. District of Columbia3 grants $17,500
  3. Georgia1 grant $12,500
  4. Indiana1 grant $10,000
  5. Alabama1 grant $5,000
  6. Arizona1 grant $5,000
  7. Michigan1 grant $5,000
  8. New Mexico1 grant $5,000
  9. Virginia1 grant $5,000
  10. Florida1 grant $2,500

Officers, directors and trustees

4 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Steven TobinPRESIDENT & DIRECTOR Hours 40Pay $180,275
  • Dirk EtchisonDIRECTOR Hours 2Pay $2,000
  • Ken RandmanDIRECTOR Hours 2Pay $2,000
  • Alma BanuelosDIRECTOR & SECRETARY Hours 2Pay $0

The return

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