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The Grace Helen Spearman Foundation: 89 grants to organizations, $955,500 (tax year ended November 2025)

The Grace Helen Spearman Foundation, a private foundation in Palm Springs, CA, paid 89 grants to organizations totaling $955,500 in its tax year ended November 2025, according to its Form 990-PF filed with the IRS on January 27, 2026. The largest was $64,000 to Eisenhower Health (medical Center) in Rancho Mirage, CA for to support healthcare needs in the region.

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EIN
760721677
Based in
Palm Springs, CA
Assets
$19,593,879
Grants paid
$955,500
Tax year ended
November 2025

Grants paid, tax year ended November 2025

From the Form 990-PF filed January 27, 2026, IRS object ID 202620279349100722. It reported $955,500 in grants paid; 89 grants to organizations are listed.

RecipientLocationPurposeCauseAmountSource
Eisenhower Health (medical Center)Rancho Mirage, CATo support healthcare needs in the region$64,000apps.irs.gov
Dap HealthPalm Springs, CATo advocate for healthcare for all, especially those affected by hiv and aidsDiseases, disorders and medical disciplines$45,000apps.irs.gov
Do the Right Thing Greater Palm SpringsPalm Springs, CATo support community services$45,000apps.irs.gov
The Joslyn CenterPalm Desert, CATo enhance the well-being of all adults 50+ through innovative programs and services$35,100apps.irs.gov
Cathedral City Senior CenterCathedral City, CATo provide social services to seniors$35,000apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs Cultural CenterPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programsEducation$35,000apps.irs.gov
The Living Desert Zoo and GardensPalm Desert, CATo support community services$35,000apps.irs.gov
The Desert SymphonyPalm Desert, CATo bring professional orchestral concerts to the desert cities$30,100apps.irs.gov
Aap-Food SamaritansPalm Springs, CATo support community services$30,000apps.irs.gov
The LGBTQ Community CenterPalm Springs, CATo support community services$30,000apps.irs.gov
Variety - the Children's CharityLos Angeles, CATo enrich lives and build a better future for the children in southern california$25,500apps.irs.gov
Crowell Family YMCA (S Pasadena San Marino YMCA)South Pasadena, CATo support community services$25,000apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs Art MuseumPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$24,200apps.irs.gov
Friends of Palm SpringsPalm Springs, CATo transform lives through extraordinary animal care and advocacy$20,200apps.irs.gov
Camp Laurel FoundationPasadena, CATo support community services for the youthHuman services$19,000apps.irs.gov
Nickerson-Rossi DancePalm Springs, CATo provide dance programming$17,500apps.irs.gov
Barbara Sinatra Children's CenterRancho Mirage, CATo support community services$15,000apps.irs.gov
Huntington Library & Art GallerySan Marino, CATo provide education concerning major works of art$15,000apps.irs.gov
Jewish Federation of the DesertRancho Mirage, CATo support community services$15,000apps.irs.gov
Mizell Senior CenterPalm Springs, CATo enhance the lives and welfare of adults$15,000apps.irs.gov
Oak Grove Sanctuary Palm SpringsPalm Springs, CATo support community services$15,000apps.irs.gov
Boys & Girls Club of AmericaAtlanta, GATo enable young people reach their full potential$12,500apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs Unified SchoolPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$12,500apps.irs.gov
Sonoma County Acts of KindnessSanta Rosa, CATo support community servicesHuman services$10,500apps.irs.gov
Door of HopePasadena, CATo support community services$10,000apps.irs.gov
Foundation for Palm Springs UsdPalm Springs, CATo create pathways for students to achieve their potential$10,000apps.irs.gov
Humane Society of Silicon ValleyMilpitas, CATo save and enhance the lives of petsAnimal-related$10,000apps.irs.gov
McCallum TheaterPalm Desert, CATo entertain and educate the public through performing arts$10,000apps.irs.gov
Muncie Civic Theatre AssociationMuncie, INTo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$10,000apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs SymphonyPalm Desert, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$10,000apps.irs.gov
Senior Advocate of the DesertCathedral City, CATo serve the needs of low-income seniors in the coachella valley$10,000apps.irs.gov
Caravanserai ProjectWashington, DCTo support community services$7,500apps.irs.gov
Film Independent IncLos Angeles, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$7,500apps.irs.gov
Hocker ProductionsPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$7,500apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs Gay Men's ChorusPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$7,500apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs Opera GuildPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$7,500apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs Plaza Theatre FoundationPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$7,500apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs Public Library FoundationPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programsEducation$7,500apps.irs.gov
American Red CrossWashington, DCTo support community services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Assistance League of CoachellaRancho Mirage, CATo improve the lives of children, families and seniors in the coachella valley$5,000apps.irs.gov
Big Hearts for Little HeartsSalem, VATo support community services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Brothers of the DesertPalm Springs, CATo support community servicesMutual and membership benefit$5,000apps.irs.gov
Ca Federation of Women's ClubsWashington, DCTo enhance lives through volunteer service$5,000apps.irs.gov
Catholic CharitiesAlbuquerque, NMTo support community servicesHuman services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Children's Playtime ProductionsPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$5,000apps.irs.gov
Desert Aids ProjectPalm Springs, CATo promote improved health and wellness$5,000apps.irs.gov
Don't Be A Chump Check for A LumpMesa, AZTo promote improved health and wellness$5,000apps.irs.gov
Emek Hebrew Day SchoolSherman Oaks, CATo teach,empower, and inspire jewish studentsReligion-related$5,000apps.irs.gov
Five Acres the Boys & Girls Aid Society of LaAltadena, CATo support community services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Friendly Hand FoundationLos Angeles, CATo support community servicesMental health and crisis intervention$5,000apps.irs.gov
Friends of the ChildrenIndio, CATo support community services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Greater Palm Springs Pride IncPalm Springs, CATo promote public education and awareness of the lgbtq communityCivil rights, social action and advocacy$5,000apps.irs.gov
Harkham Hillel Hebrew AcadamyBeverly Hills, CATo teach,empower,and inspire jewish students$5,000apps.irs.gov
Japanese American National MuseumLos Angeles, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$5,000apps.irs.gov
Jet S SynagogueGranada Hills, CATo provide quality jewish education$5,000apps.irs.gov
Make A Wish FoundationLos Angeles, CATo support community services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Our Sisters ClosetMobile, ALTo support community servicesHuman services$5,000apps.irs.gov
PS Test IncPalm Springs, CATo support community servicesHealth care$5,000apps.irs.gov
Samuel A Fryer Yavneh Hebrew AcLos Angeles, CATo instill jewish values$5,000apps.irs.gov
United Way of the DesertPalm Desert, CATo help indigent members of the community$5,000apps.irs.gov
Variety Club Charity for ChildrenBirmingham, MITo help special needs children and their families thrive$5,000apps.irs.gov
Venice High Arts Guild (VHSF)Los Angeles, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$5,000apps.irs.gov
VoiceslaPasadena, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$5,000apps.irs.gov
Yeshiva of Los AngelesLos Angeles, CATo provide quality jewish education$5,000apps.irs.gov
Breast Cancer SolutionsLake Forest, CATo support healthcare needs in the regionDiseases, disorders and medical disciplines$4,000apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs FrontrunnersPalm Springs, CATo provide a club for members and friends of the lgbtq+ community$4,000apps.irs.gov
Tools for Tomorrow IncPalm Desert, CATo promote arts and cultural programsEducation$4,000apps.irs.gov
Food in Need of DistributionIndio, CATo support community servicesFood, agriculture and nutrition$3,500apps.irs.gov
Guide Dogs of AmericaPalm Springs, CATo save and enhance the lives of pets$3,500apps.irs.gov
Jewish Big Brothers Big SistersLos Angeles, CATo teach,empower, and inspire jewish students$3,500apps.irs.gov
Martha's Village and KitchenIndio, CATo support community services$3,500apps.irs.gov
Rancho Mirage Library & Observatory FDNRancho Mirage, CATo promote arts and cultural programsEducation$3,500apps.irs.gov
Read With Me Volunteer ProgramRancho Mirage, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$3,500apps.irs.gov
Safehouse of the DesertThousand Palms, CATo provide outreach services to runaway, homeless and other youth in crisis$3,500apps.irs.gov
The Brett Tashman FoundationUpland, CATo promote improved health and wellnessMedical research$3,500apps.irs.gov
Vista Del Mar Child and Family ServicesLos Angeles, CATo support community servicesHuman services$3,500apps.irs.gov
Boo2bullyingPalm Springs, CATo support youth development and suicide preventionCrime and legal-related$3,000apps.irs.gov
Yeshiva Ketana of Los AngelesValley Village, CATo provide an outstanding judaic and general educationEducation$3,000apps.irs.gov
Big Brothers Big SistersTampa, FLTo support community services$2,500apps.irs.gov
Dezart PerformsPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$2,500apps.irs.gov
Exceptional Children's FoundationInglewood, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$2,500apps.irs.gov
Program for Torture VictimsLos Angeles, CATo support community servicesHuman services$2,500apps.irs.gov
Rebuilding Together San DiegoSan Diego, CATo support community servicesHousing and shelter$2,500apps.irs.gov
Ronald McDonald House Charities of SocalLos Angeles, CATo support community services$2,500apps.irs.gov
Songshine FoundationPalm Desert, CATo train and certify instructors of vocal therapy classes$2,500apps.irs.gov
Soroptimist House of Hope IncDesert Hot Springs, CATo support community servicesMental health and crisis intervention$2,500apps.irs.gov
The Other Side of the Hill ProductionsNorth Hollywood, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$2,500apps.irs.gov
The Pablove FoundationLos Angeles, CATo promote improved health and wellnessPhilanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations$2,500apps.irs.gov
Regional Access Project Foundation IncPalm Desert, CATo support community servicesHuman services$2,400apps.irs.gov

Grants paid, tax year ended November 2024

From the Form 990-PF filed February 20, 2025, IRS object ID 202540519349100324. It reported $872,200 in grants paid; 90 grants to organizations are listed.

RecipientLocationPurposeCauseAmountSource
Eisenhower Health (medical Center)Rancho Mirage, CATo support healthcare needs in the region$60,000apps.irs.gov
Cathedral City Senior CenterCathedral City, CATo provide social services to seniors$50,000apps.irs.gov
Boys & Girls ClubAtlanta, GATo enable young people reach their full potential$42,500apps.irs.gov
The LGBT Center of the DesertPalm Springs, CATo support the lgbtq community$40,000apps.irs.gov
Mizell Senior CenterPalms Springs, CATo enhance the lives and welfare of adults$30,100apps.irs.gov
Aap-Food SamaritansPalm Springs, CATo support community services$30,000apps.irs.gov
Desert Aids ProjectPalm Springs, CATo promote improved health and wellness$30,000apps.irs.gov
Do the Right Thing Greater Palm SpringsPalm Springs, CATo support community services$30,000apps.irs.gov
Joslyn Centercove Communities Senior AssociationPalm Desert, CATo support community services$30,000apps.irs.gov
Dap HealthPalm Springs, CATo advocate for healthcare for all, especially those affected by hiv and aidsDiseases, disorders and medical disciplines$25,000apps.irs.gov
The Desert SymphonyPalm Desert, CATo bring professional orchestral concerts to the desert cities$25,000apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs Cultural CenterPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programsEducation$20,000apps.irs.gov
Senior Advocate of the DesertCathedral City, CATo serve the needs of low-income seniors in the coachella valley$18,000apps.irs.gov
Friends of Palm SpringsPalm Springs, CATo transform lives through extraordinary animal care and advocacy$17,000apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs Art MuseumPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$16,500apps.irs.gov
Caravanserai ProjectPalm Springs, CATo empower individuals from under-resourced communitiesInternational, foreign affairs and national security$15,000apps.irs.gov
Nickerson-Rossi DancePalm Springs, CATo provide dance programming$15,000apps.irs.gov
The Joslyn CenterPalm Desert, CATo enhance the well-being of all adults 50+ through innovative programs and services$15,000apps.irs.gov
The Living DesertPalm Desert, CATo create conservation advocates for nature and wildlifeEnvironment$15,000apps.irs.gov
Variety - the Children's CharityLos Angeles, CATo enrich lives and build a better future for the children in southern california$13,500apps.irs.gov
Huntington Library & Art GallerySan Marino, CATo provide education concerning major works of art$13,000apps.irs.gov
The Laurel FoundationPasadena, CATo support community services for the youth$12,500apps.irs.gov
Jewish Family ServicesLos Angeles, CATo support community services$10,000apps.irs.gov
Jewish Federation of the DesertRancho Mirage, CATo support community services$10,000apps.irs.gov
McCallum TheaterPalm Desert, CATo entertain and educate the public through performing arts$10,000apps.irs.gov
Modernism WeekPalm Springs, CATo celebrate and foster appreciation of midcentury architecture and designArts, culture and humanities$10,000apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs SymphonyPalm Desert, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$10,000apps.irs.gov
The Foundation for Palm Springs UsdPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$10,000apps.irs.gov
United Way of the DesertPalm Desert, CATo help indigent members of the community$10,000apps.irs.gov
Volunteers in MedicinePalm Springs, CATo promote improved health and wellness$10,000apps.irs.gov
Well in the DesertPalm Springs, CATo help the economically and socially challenged residents of the coachella valleyHuman services$10,000apps.irs.gov
American Heart AssociationLos Angeles, CATo promote improved health and wellness$7,500apps.irs.gov
Inland Empire Community FoundationRiverside, CATo affect individuals, families and businesses to participate in community activitiesPhilanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking foundations$7,500apps.irs.gov
The Advot ProjectLos Angeles, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$7,500apps.irs.gov
Ca Federation of Womens ClubsWashington, DCTo enhance lives through volunteer service$5,000apps.irs.gov
Desert Healthcare District and FoundationPalm Springs, CATo promote improved health and wellness$5,000apps.irs.gov
Friends of the Cultural CenterPalm Desert, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$5,000apps.irs.gov
Greater Palm Springs Pride IncPalm Springs, CATo promote public education and awareness of the lgbtq communityCivil rights, social action and advocacy$5,000apps.irs.gov
Harkham Hillel Hebrew AcadamyBeverly Hills, CATo teach,empower,and inspire jewish students$5,000apps.irs.gov
Humane Society of Silicon ValleyMilpitas, CATo save and enhance the lives of petsAnimal-related$5,000apps.irs.gov
Japanese American Natl MuseuemLos Angeles, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$5,000apps.irs.gov
Jet S SynagogueGranada Hills, CATo provide quality jewish education$5,000apps.irs.gov
Jewish Community Center of Palm SpringsPalm Springs, CATo support community services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Kinship House SupervisedPortland, ORTo support community services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Loma Linda Childrens HospitalLoma Linda, CATo promote improved health and wellness$5,000apps.irs.gov
Many MansionsThousand Oaks, CATo support community services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Oak Grove CenterMurrieta, CATo support community services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Parkinson's FoundationNew York, NYTo promote improved health and wellness$5,000apps.irs.gov
Plaza Theater FoundationPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$5,000apps.irs.gov
Program for Torture VictimsLos Angeles, CATo support community servicesHuman services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Ronald McDonald House Charities of SocalLos Angeles, CATo support community services$5,000apps.irs.gov
Safehouse of the DesertThousand Palms, CATo provide outreach services to runaway, homeless and other youth in crisis$5,000apps.irs.gov
Samuel A Fryer Yavneh Hebrew AcLos Angeles, CATo instill jewish values$5,000apps.irs.gov
South Pasadena San Marino YMCASouth Pasadena, CATo support community services$5,000apps.irs.gov
The Other Side of the HillNorth Hollywood, CATo explore actions to address climate change$5,000apps.irs.gov
Yeshiva of La Girls High SchoolLos Angeles, CATo provide an outstanding judaic and general education$5,000apps.irs.gov
Hocker ProductionsPalm Springs, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$4,500apps.irs.gov
Angeles ChoralePasadena, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$3,500apps.irs.gov
Assistance League of CoachellaRancho Mirage, CATo improve the lives of children, families and seniors in the coachella valley$3,500apps.irs.gov
Sonoma County Acts of KindnessSanta Rosa, CATo support community servicesHuman services$3,500apps.irs.gov
Soroptimist House of HopeDesert Hot Springs, CATo support community servicesMental health and crisis intervention$3,500apps.irs.gov
The Guidance CenterLong Beach, CATo support community servicesMental health and crisis intervention$3,500apps.irs.gov
Tools for TomorrowPalm Desert, CATo promote arts and cultural programsEducation$3,500apps.irs.gov
Yeshiva Ketana of Los AngelesValley Village, CATo provide an outstanding judaic and general educationEducation$3,500apps.irs.gov
Academy of Music for the BlindMonrovia, CATo promote arts and cultural programsArts, culture and humanities$2,500apps.irs.gov
Ahead With HorsesShadow Hills, CATo help people through horse therapyHealth care$2,500apps.irs.gov
Boo2bullyingPalm Springs, CATo support youth development and suicide preventionCrime and legal-related$2,500apps.irs.gov
Casa of Orange CountyOrange, CATo support community services$2,500apps.irs.gov
Center for Arts at IthacaIthaca, NYTo provide exceptional theatre experiencesArts, culture and humanities$2,500apps.irs.gov
Exceptional Children's FoundationInglewood, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$2,500apps.irs.gov
Fenixia FoundationPalm Desert, CATo help special needs children and their families thriveHuman services$2,500apps.irs.gov
Good Shepherd ShelterLos Angeles, CATo support community services$2,500apps.irs.gov
Impact One Breast CancerGilbert, AZTo promote improved health and wellness$2,500apps.irs.gov
Inglewood Community TableInglewood, CATo promote healthy eating habits in low-and moderate-income communitiesFood, agriculture and nutrition$2,500apps.irs.gov
Keen Los AngelesLos Angeles, CATo support community services$2,500apps.irs.gov
Olive CrestSanta Ana, CATo prevent abuseMental health and crisis intervention$2,500apps.irs.gov
Optimist Boys' Home and RanchLos Angeles, CATo support community servicesMental health and crisis intervention$2,500apps.irs.gov
Palm To Pines ParasportsPalm Springs, CATo provide recreational opportunities for people with physical disabilities$2,500apps.irs.gov
Power My LearningNew York, NYTo advance educational equity and accelerate learning and academic achievement$2,500apps.irs.gov
Read With Me Volunteer ProgramRancho Mirage, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$2,500apps.irs.gov
Reading LegaciesSan Diego, CATo promote arts and cultural programsYouth development$2,500apps.irs.gov
Songshine FoundationPalm Desert, CATo train and certify instructors of vocal therapy classes$2,500apps.irs.gov
SycamoresLos Angeles, CATo improve individual well-being and strengthen communities$2,500apps.irs.gov
Temple Beth IsraelPomona, CATo provide an outstanding judaic and general education$2,500apps.irs.gov
Regional Access Project FoundationPalm Desert, CATo support community servicesHuman services$2,400apps.irs.gov
Foundation for Palm Springs UsdPalm Springs, CATo create pathways for students to achieve their potential$1,200apps.irs.gov
National Brain Tumor Society IncNewton, MATo promote improved health and wellness$1,000apps.irs.gov
Palm Springs FrontrunnersPalm Springs, CATo provide a club for members and friends of the lgbtq+ community$1,000apps.irs.gov
St Phillip the Apostle SchoolPasadena, CATo promote arts and cultural programs$1,000apps.irs.gov
University of La VerneLa Verne, CATo promote arts and cultural programsEducation$1,000apps.irs.gov

Causes funded

From grants whose recipient has a cause.

States funded

Recipient stateGranted
California$1,694,200
Georgia$55,000
District of Columbia$22,500
Indiana$10,000
New York$10,000
Arizona$7,500
Virginia$5,000
New Mexico$5,000

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