San Antonio Spurs Foundation

Mission:

The nonprofit 501(c) (3) Spurs Foundation was established in 1988 to generate goodwill and financial support for economically, emotionally and/or physically disadvantaged youth in South Texas. Since its inception in 1988, the nonprofit Spurs Foundation has donated more than $10 million in cash and in-kind contributions to deserving South Texas children. The Spurs Foundation's volunteer board includes fans, community leaders, former Spurs players and representatives from the corporate and civic sectors.

In addition to corporate and individual donations, three major annual fundraisers support the Spurs Foundation: the Spurs Scramble Golf Tournament presented by IKON Office Solutions, the Tip-Off Luncheon presented by Southwest Airlines and the Tux 'N Tennies Dinner and Auction presented by Southwest Business Corporation. The entire Spurs team and coaching staff participate in all three of these events. Annually, proceeds from fundraising efforts enable the Spurs Foundation to:

Award more than $125,000 in grants to organizations that work with and on behalf of young people.
Team up with the Tim Duncan Foundation to recognize and reward 3,000 children who demonstrate integrity, respect, dependability, fairness, caring and civic responsibility through Tim Duncan's Character program.
Ensure that more than 20,000 youth participate in the Spurs Drug-Free Youth Basketball League presented by Valero.
Recognize and reward 3,000 children who make healthy nutrition and physical fitness choices through the “Get Fit with Bruce & Buddy” program sponsored by Bruce Bowen, H-E-B and the Spurs Foundation.
Donate more than 30,000 Spurs, Rampage and Silver Stars tickets to underserved area youth, families and area charities through school-based student incentive programs.
Partner with Brent and Erin Barry to raise funds dedicated to abused and neglected children as well as promote child abuse and neglect prevention efforts.
Collaborate with Taco Cabana to create Learning Centers in area schools each year. Fund $25,000 in scholarships to deserving area youth.

Grantmaking Objectives:

The Spurs Foundation’s Grant Program annually awards funds for projects and programs that serve South Texas children. Priority consideration will be given to applicants who address opportunities for underserved and underprivileged children. The Spurs Foundation has provided more than $11 million in cash and in-kind donations since its inception.

FUNDING PRIORITIES
Youth welfare including addressing basic needs (clothing, eye glasses, immunizations, shoes etc.); youth empowerment to make informed decisions regarding substance abuse, relationships, etc.; programs that inhibit the incidence of risk-related behavior; positive self-image and/or character development programs; opportunities to play and/or live in safe, supportive environments; quality health, fitness and teamwork programs; mentoring; literacy; athletic skills development; cultural development; programs promoting/encouraging job search preparation and a skilled and educated workforce.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Grants are not made to: individuals; churches; religious organizations for sectarian purposes; schools (public or private) or school system foundations; political organizations; sports teams or sports organizations that provide normal and customary athletic activities for children or adults; national organizations that do not have local, financially independent chapters; organizations that request more than $75,000, or organizations without 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status.

Grants are not made for: travel; operational phases of established programs; medical research; salaries; political activities; annual fund drives; one-day events; conferences, workshops or seminars; seed or start up funds; compensation for professional fundraisers; operating deficits; emergency matching funds; fundraising events including the purchase of tables, tickets, advertisements; vehicles; land acquisitions; or debt reduction.

APPLICATION PROCESS:
The Spurs Foundation grant application process begins with a Letter of Interest, and if invited, is followed by a full grant application. Requests are accepted for grants between $5,000 and $75,000.

Geographic Areas Served:	South Texas
Revenues:	$2,108,105
Grants Disbursed:	$529,973
Net Assets:	$1,085,137

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