Stone Steps Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stone Steps Foundation is a private foundation in Cardiff, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $305,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$305,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was up from $300,000 the year before.
56% of its 2024 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 | $300,000 | 5 | $6.3 million |
| 2024 | $305,500 | 9 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
Stone Steps 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 Stone Steps Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $220,000 |
| California | 3 | $30,500 |
| Colorado | 2 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Acumen Fund Inc | General support | $200,000 |
| Global Communities | General support | $20,000 |
| Global Witness Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Street Business School | General support | $20,000 |
| Sustainable Buyers Guide Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Al Otro Lado | General support | $10,000 |
| Sanergy Inc | General support | $10,000 |
| Sarara Institute | General support | $5,000 |
| Third Avenue Charitable Organization (Taco) | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Karen Paterson
- Daniel Neukomm
Questions people ask
Does Stone Steps Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stone Steps Foundation give?
$305,500 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Stone Steps Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Karen Paterson (President/Director) and Daniel Neukomm (Secretary/Treasurer/Director).
What does Stone Steps Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.