Gertrude Stein Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gertrude Stein Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2025 it gave $239,550 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $83,000. 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$239,550
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$83,000
- Assets$674,228
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $220,089 the year before.
29% 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 | $118,367 | 5 | $923,257 |
| 2024 | $220,089 | 7 | $835,582 |
| 2025 | $239,550 | 7 | $674,228 |
How to apply
Gertrude Stein 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 Gertrude Stein Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $83,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $78,550 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $40,000 |
| California | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $18,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Home of Hope for Girls | Offers a safe residence to children and teens who have survived abusive situations, predominantly linked to child sex trafficking | $83,000 |
| Pitt Business | Support activities and capacity building in equity diversity and inclusion space at pitt business. | $75,000 |
| Open City Advocates | Provide youth-centered legal defense and holistic advocacy for young people after sentencing in the dc juvinile justice system. | $40,000 |
| The Bail Project | Combat racial disparities | $20,000 |
| The Bronx Defenders | Represent low income people | $18,000 |
| Woodland Hills Foundation | Supports the woodland hills school district and its communities by strengtheneing the education experience of children. | $2,750 |
| Liberation Geneology | Combat racial disparities | $800 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Tyler
- Carlton Scott
- Rachel Burcin
- Estelle Dauchy
Questions people ask
Does Gertrude Stein Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gertrude Stein Foundation give?
$239,550 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Gertrude Stein Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John M Tyler (Chairman), Carlton Scott (Board Member), Rachel Burcin (Board Member) and Estelle Dauchy (Board Member).
What does Gertrude Stein Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.