The Aaron and Betty Lee Stern Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Aaron and Betty Lee Stern Foundation is a private foundation in Greenwich, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $589,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$589,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was down from $634,000 the year before.
53% 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 | $540,000 | 11 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $634,000 | 12 | $6.1 million |
| 2025 | $589,500 | 17 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
The Aaron and Betty Lee 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 The Aaron and Betty Lee Stern Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $427,500 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $62,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $40,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $35,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| David Lynch Foundation | Support of the organization's mission | $125,000 |
| Weil Cornell Medical College | Support of the organization's mission | $125,000 |
| Breast Cancer Alliance | Support of the organization's mission | $50,000 |
| Columbia University | Support of the organization's mission | $50,000 |
| Film at Lincoln Center | Support of the organization's mission | $50,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania | Support of the organization's mission | $40,000 |
| Dartmouth College | Support of the organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Delacorte Theater | Support of the organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation | Support of the organization's mission | $25,000 |
| The National Education Equity Lab | Support of the organization's mission | $25,000 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | Support of the organization's mission | $20,000 |
| Squash Haven | Support of the organization's mission | $7,000 |
| Generation Sos | Support of the organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Morselife Foundation | Support of the organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Society MSK | Support of the organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Glazer Hall | Support of the organization's mission | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Support of the organization's mission | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jennifer Klein
- Betty Lee Stern
- Lauren Rosenkranz
Questions people ask
Does The Aaron and Betty Lee Stern Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Aaron and Betty Lee Stern Foundation give?
$589,500 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Aaron and Betty Lee Stern Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jennifer Klein (Trustee), Betty Lee Stern (Trustee) and Lauren Rosenkranz (Trustee).
What does The Aaron and Betty Lee Stern Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.