The Max Stenbeck Charitable Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Max Stenbeck Charitable Fund is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$21.8 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $3.6 million the year before.
50% 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 | $3.6 million | 13 | $22.0 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 8 | $21.8 million |
How to apply
The Max Stenbeck Charitable Fund 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 The Max Stenbeck Charitable Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 2 | $675,000 |
| New York | 2 | $650,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $202,412 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York University | General support | $500,000 |
| Choate Rosemary Hall Foundation | General support | $425,000 |
| Friends of Hih International Inc | To fight poverty through job creation in Eastern Africa. | $250,000 |
| Ridgefield Academy | General support | $250,000 |
| Washington International Horse Show | General support | $250,000 |
| Friends of Challenging Heights | General support | $202,412 |
| Sonia Nabeta Foundation | General support | $150,000 |
| Upwell Turtles | General support | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sophie Stenbeck
- Henry Guy
Questions people ask
Does The Max Stenbeck Charitable Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Max Stenbeck Charitable Fund give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs The Max Stenbeck Charitable Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Sophie Stenbeck (Member-Director-Presdnt-Secy-T) and Henry Guy (Member-Director).
What does The Max Stenbeck Charitable Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.