Jacoby Stern Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jacoby Stern Family Foundation is a private foundation in Encino, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $55,934 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $4,040 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$55,934
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$4,040
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$361,171
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,555 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,000 | 1 | $339,804 |
| 2024 | $41,555 | 8 | $359,043 |
| 2025 | $55,934 | 12 | $361,171 |
How to apply
Jacoby Stern Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Jacoby Stern Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $49,934 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,600 |
| New York | 1 | $1,800 |
| Texas | 1 | $600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bureau of Jewish Education Aka Bje Builders of Jewish Foundation | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $15,000 |
| Jewish Federation of la | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Temple Beth Am | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $5,354 |
| Camp Ramah | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| JQ International | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Sinai Temple | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $4,480 |
| Hide and Seek Foundation | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $3,600 |
| Krieger Schechter Day School | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $3,600 |
| Birthright Israel Foundation | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $1,800 |
| Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| United Orthodox Synagogue | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $600 |
| Holocaust Museum la | Furtherance of donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Jacoby Stern
- Joel Stern
Questions people ask
Does Jacoby Stern Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jacoby Stern Family Foundation give?
$55,934 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $4,040.
Who runs Jacoby Stern Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Jacoby Stern (President) and Joel Stern (Secy/Treas).
What does Jacoby Stern Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.