William & Evelyn Stokes Foundation
Preselected recipients only
William & Evelyn Stokes Foundation is a private foundation in Cupertino, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $250,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $250,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$250,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$250,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $315,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $315,000 | 3 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 1 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
William & Evelyn Stokes 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 William & Evelyn Stokes Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $250,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ball State University Foundation | The $250,000 gifted in 2023 was directed to two scholarship programs through the Teachers College.$200,000 for the William & Evelyn Stokes Foundation Mathematics Educators Scholarship Fund #8885 for scholarships to under-resourced/economically challenged undergraduate students pursuing a degree and teaching certification with a focus on mathematics.$50,000 for the William & Evelyn Stokes Foundation Art Educators Scholarship Fund #8884 for scholarships to under-resourced/economically challenged undergraduate students pursuing a degree and teaching certification with a focus on Art. | $250,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James E Wehrly
Questions people ask
Does William & Evelyn Stokes Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does William & Evelyn Stokes Foundation give?
$250,000 in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $250,000.
Who runs William & Evelyn Stokes Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James E Wehrly (Director).
What does William & Evelyn Stokes Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and science and research.