The Stone Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Stone Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Longboat Key, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $680,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $164,000. 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$680,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$164,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $612,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $634,000 | 12 | $0 |
| 2024 | $612,000 | 9 | $0 |
| 2025 | $680,000 | 9 | $0 |
How to apply
The Stone Foundation Inc 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 Stone Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 4 | $286,000 |
| Florida | 4 | $230,000 |
| New York | 1 | $164,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| FIDF-Friends of the Israel Def Forc | Israel defense forces across the USA | $164,000 |
| The Friendship Circle | Training for students art lifetownfarber soul ct | $150,000 |
| All Faiths Food Bank | Run fresh sprout food truckback packvet pantry | $120,000 |
| Individual | Camp Program | $75,000 |
| Individual | $40,000 | |
| Individual | General Fund | $40,000 |
| Individual | Train dogs for Police School | $36,000 |
| Ringling College of Art Design | Student professional fundcrossing the finish line | $30,000 |
| Regents of University of Michigan | Medical research in autoimmune | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marcia S Klein
- Stacey Schaeffler
- Mitchell Schwartz
Questions people ask
Does The Stone Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Stone Foundation Inc give?
$680,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Stone Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Marcia S Klein (President), Stacey Schaeffler (Vice President) and Mitchell Schwartz (Vice President).
What does The Stone Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.