The Gerald D and Helen M Stephens Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gerald D and Helen M Stephens Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.1 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $550,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$2.1 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$550,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$68.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $60,000 | 2 | $39.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 6 | $51.6 million |
| 2025 | $2.1 million | 4 | $68.7 million |
How to apply
The Gerald D and Helen M Stephens 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 Gerald D and Helen M Stephens Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 2 | $1.6 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $500,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Grainger Hall Capital Improvement Fund | $1.0 million |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Football Indoor Practice Facility Fund | $600,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | Brady Urology - SLICE | $500,000 |
| Savannah Book Festival Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jenni Krupiarz
- Angela M Larson
- Jeffrey Stephens
- Jo Lee Stephens
Questions people ask
Does The Gerald D and Helen M Stephens Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gerald D and Helen M Stephens Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $550,000.
Who runs The Gerald D and Helen M Stephens Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jenni Krupiarz (Dir, Sec), Angela M Larson (Dir, Treas, VP), Jeffrey Stephens (Dir, Pres) and Jo Lee Stephens (Dir).
What does The Gerald D and Helen M Stephens Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.