Robert and Adele Stern Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Robert and Adele Stern Foundation is a private foundation in Arcadia, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $126,900 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$126,900
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$7.6 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $131,900 the year before.
38% of its 2024 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 | $131,900 | 9 | $7.4 million |
| 2024 | $126,900 | 8 | $7.6 million |
How to apply
Robert and Adele 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 Robert and Adele Stern Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $76,900 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cedars Sinai Medical Center | General support | $50,000 |
| The Calculus Project | General support | $50,000 |
| Congregation Beth David of San Luis Obispo | General support | $5,000 |
| Foothill Unity Center | General support | $5,000 |
| National Disaster Search Dog Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| People's Self Help Housing Corporation | General support | $5,000 |
| Cuesta College Foundation | General support | $4,400 |
| Pioneer Elementary School | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Laura Stern Seaver
- Susan Stern
- Michael Stern
Questions people ask
Does Robert and Adele Stern Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert and Adele Stern Foundation give?
$126,900 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Robert and Adele Stern Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Laura Stern Seaver (Director/Secretary/Treasurer), Susan Stern (Director/President) and Michael Stern (Director/Vice-President).
What does Robert and Adele Stern Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.