The Sternglanz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sternglanz Foundation is a private foundation in Cardiff, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $106,425 the year before.
100% 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 | $100,000 | 1 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $106,425 | 2 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $100,000 | 1 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
The Sternglanz 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 The Sternglanz Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Casa Cornelia | In October 2025 the Foundation gave Casa Cornelia $100,000 for a matching fund drive. The fund raising will take place during December 2025 commencing on Giving Tuesday. Casa Cornelia EIN 33-0719221 is a 501 c 3 that provides free immigration legal services to victims of human rights abuses in Southern CA. The organization serves refugees in the U.S. who have fled from persecution and torture persons suffering from gender based violence and other serious crimes as well as abuse abandoned or neglected children. The cost per case is approximately $5000.00. | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter C Stern
- Alfred Gargiulo
Questions people ask
Does The Sternglanz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sternglanz Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Sternglanz Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter C Stern (President) and Alfred Gargiulo (VP & Sec).
What does The Sternglanz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and youth programs.