Pauline and Edgar Stern Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pauline and Edgar Stern Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Rosa, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $86,200 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $33,200 and the largest $50,000. 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$86,200
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$33,200
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $111,752 the year before.
67% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $186,000 | 8 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $111,752 | 8 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $86,200 | 3 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Pauline and Edgar Stern 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 Pauline and Edgar Stern Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 3 | $86,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Housing Resources Bainbridge | General operationsgeneral operations | $50,000 |
| Bloedel Reserve | General operations | $33,200 |
| The Island School | General operationsgeneral operations | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra McIver
- Lauren Scout
- Tad Sanders
Questions people ask
Does Pauline and Edgar Stern Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pauline and Edgar Stern Foundation give?
$86,200 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $33,200.
Who runs Pauline and Edgar Stern Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sandra McIver (President), Lauren Scout (Vice-President) and Tad Sanders (Treasurer/Secretary).
What does Pauline and Edgar Stern Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness and education.