Donna and Jim Stephenson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Donna and Jim Stephenson Foundation is a private foundation in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.3 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
56% of its 2024 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 | $1.4 million | 9 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 9 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Donna and Jim Stephenson 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 Donna and Jim Stephenson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $150,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $75,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shepherd Center Foundation | Research, medical care, and rehabilitation | $1.0 million |
| Americans for Prosperity Foundation | Solution-based education programs | $150,000 |
| The Policy Circle | Women impact programs | $50,000 |
| Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (Fire) | Restoration of free speech | $25,000 |
| Freedom Fighters Foundation | Defending small business owners | $25,000 |
| The Federalist Society | Protection of freedom and individual rights | $10,000 |
| The Cathedral of St Philip | Community development programscommunity development programs | $5,000 |
| Christ Church Episcopal | Carry on the gospel of jesus christ | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse International Relief | Us disaster relief | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donna Stephenson
- James E Stephenson
Questions people ask
Does Donna and Jim Stephenson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Donna and Jim Stephenson Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Donna and Jim Stephenson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donna Stephenson (Trustee) and James E Stephenson (Trustee).
What does Donna and Jim Stephenson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.