Festus & Helen Stacy Foundationinc
Preselected recipients only
Festus & Helen Stacy Foundationinc is a private foundation in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In tax year 2023 it gave $2.5 million in 34 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $433,333. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$2.5 million
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$433,333
- Assets$59.2 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2023 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
59% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $1.8 million | 36 | $62.6 million |
| 2022 | $1.7 million | 28 | $54.5 million |
| 2023 | $2.5 million | 34 | $59.2 million |
How to apply
Festus & Helen Stacy Foundationinc 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 Festus & Helen Stacy Foundationinc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 20 | $1.4 million |
| Colorado | 1 | $333,744 |
| Georgia | 2 | $148,000 |
| North Carolina | 3 | $134,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $83,333 |
| Virginia | 1 | $64,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $60,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $50,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope South Florida Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $433,333 |
| Compassion International | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $333,744 |
| First Baptist Fort Lauderdale | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $333,333 |
| Cross International Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $191,000 |
| National Christian Foundation of South Florida | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $182,000 |
| Every Mother's Advocate | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $100,000 |
| Our Daily Bread Ministries Foundation | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $100,000 |
| Haggai International Institute for Advanced Leadership Training Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $98,000 |
| National World War II Museum Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $83,333 |
| Embracing God Ministries Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $64,000 |
| Asian Partners International Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $60,000 |
| Biltmore Church of Christ | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Community Bible Church of Sky Valley | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Hope Women's Center Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Samaritans Purse | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Strategic Global Assistance | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Thank You First Responder | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $50,000 |
| Vision Synergy | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $50,000 |
| HEART2HEART Senior Outreach of South Florida Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $36,300 |
| Bridge Church of North Carolina Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $34,000 |
| Summit Charter School | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $30,000 |
| Cross Community Church | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $20,000 |
| Grace Community Church | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $8,000 |
| Prestige Club of Southwest Broward | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $5,500 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Broward | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Lifework Leadership | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $3,500 |
| Sheridan House Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $3,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $2,880 |
| Heart Gallery of Broward County Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $2,625 |
| Live the Life South Florida Inc DBA Relate Well Live Well | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $2,600 |
| Epilepsy Alliance Florida | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $2,384 |
| Lions Sports Club Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $2,000 |
| The African Safari Club of Florida Conservation Fund Inc | To be used for qualified purposes of the organization. | $1,225 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas A Stepelton
- Virlee S Stepelton
- Sean D Stepelton
- Brett S Stepelton
Questions people ask
Does Festus & Helen Stacy Foundationinc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Festus & Helen Stacy Foundationinc give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2023, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Festus & Helen Stacy Foundationinc?
Its 2023 filing lists Douglas A Stepelton (President), Virlee S Stepelton (Sec'y/Treas.), Sean D Stepelton (Director,vp) and Brett S Stepelton (Director,vp).
What does Festus & Helen Stacy Foundationinc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and arts and culture.