David and Mary Sterling Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
David and Mary Sterling Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Hinsdale, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,400 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $2,000. 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$7,400
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$90,533
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $8,150 the year before.
22% 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 | $8,200 | 28 | $98,665 |
| 2024 | $8,150 | 23 | $84,534 |
| 2025 | $7,400 | 18 | $90,533 |
How to apply
David and Mary Sterling 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 David and Mary Sterling Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $4,700 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $200 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
| Indiana | 1 | $100 |
| Missouri | 1 | $100 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Church | Religious | $2,000 |
| Mercy Home for Boys and Girls | Charitable | $900 |
| Salvation Army | Charitable | $800 |
| Boys Town | Charitable | $500 |
| Turning Point USA | Charitable | $500 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Charitable | $500 |
| Tunnels To Towers Foundation | Charitable | $500 |
| Catholic Charities | Charitable | $400 |
| Pacific Garden Mission | Charitable | $200 |
| Feeding America | Charitable | $200 |
| Misericordia | Charitable | $200 |
| Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | Educational | $100 |
| St Josephs Indian School | Charitable | $100 |
| USO Inc | Charitable | $100 |
| American Legion | Charitable | $100 |
| Society of the Divine Savior | Religious | $100 |
| Harry S Truman Library Institute | Educational | $100 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- David F Sterling
- Mary J Sterling
- Thomas D Sterling
Questions people ask
Does David and Mary Sterling Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David and Mary Sterling Foundation Inc give?
$7,400 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs David and Mary Sterling Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists David F Sterling (Pres Treas), Mary J Sterling (VP Sec) and Thomas D Sterling (VP Dir).
What does David and Mary Sterling Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and human services.