The STEAM Engine Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The STEAM Engine Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $36,600 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $4,000. 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$36,600
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$4,000
- Assets$878,136
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $286,344 |
| 2025 | $36,600 | 17 | $878,136 |
How to apply
The STEAM Engine 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 STEAM Engine Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $36,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $4,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $3,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,500 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $2,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship Grant | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Shreve von Novak
- William Henry von Novak III
Questions people ask
Does The STEAM Engine Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The STEAM Engine Foundation give?
$36,600 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The STEAM Engine Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Amy Shreve von Novak (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas) and William Henry von Novak III (Dir).
What does The STEAM Engine Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.