The Ludwig and Nancy Sternberger Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ludwig and Nancy Sternberger Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $575,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$575,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was up from $434,000 the year before.
18% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $478,550 | 12 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $434,000 | 10 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $575,000 | 14 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
The Ludwig and Nancy Sternberger Charitable 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 Ludwig and Nancy Sternberger Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 11 | $532,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $10,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins University | The Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health Willow Fund | $200,000 |
| Living Classrooms Foundation Inc | Shipboard STEM | $90,000 |
| Walters Art Museum Foundation Inc | Support for re-imagined School Communities Program and Bus Subsidies | $54,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health - VaxUp Program | $50,000 |
| Living Classrooms Foundation Inc | The Crossroads School Program | $50,000 |
| Trout Unlimited | Patapsco Valley Trout Unlimited - Big Pipe Project | $28,500 |
| Girls for A Change | Girl Ambassador Program | $25,000 |
| Valleys Planning Council Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Hopewell Cancer Support Inc | Charitable Event | $15,000 |
| Art With A Heart Inc | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Institute of American Indian Arts Foundation | General Scholarship Fund | $10,000 |
| Informed Experiences Inc | General & Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| Chestnut Ridge Volunteer Fire Company | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Walters Art Museum Foundation Inc | Teen Programs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Raymond M Burden
- Roger M Collins Jr
- Kim Hoppe
- Joseph Kempler
Questions people ask
Does The Ludwig and Nancy Sternberger Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ludwig and Nancy Sternberger Charitable Foundation give?
$575,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Ludwig and Nancy Sternberger Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Raymond M Burden (Dir, Treas, VP Emeritus), Roger M Collins Jr (Pres, Dir, Treas), Kim Hoppe (Dir, VP) and Joseph Kempler (Dir, Sec).
What does The Ludwig and Nancy Sternberger Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.