Jane W and David M Stone Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Jane W and David M Stone Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $702,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $42,500 and the largest $315,000. 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$702,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$42,500
- Largest grant$315,000
- Assets$16.3 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $651,120 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $641,000 | 9 | $13.6 million |
| 2024 | $651,120 | 16 | $15.0 million |
| 2025 | $702,500 | 10 | $16.3 million |
How to apply
Jane W and David M Stone Charitable Trust 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 Jane W and David M Stone Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $377,500 |
| New York | 1 | $315,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital for Special Surgery | Charitable | $315,000 |
| By the Hand Club | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Kenilworth Union Church | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Second Baptist Church of Evanston | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Lurie Childrens Hospital | Charitable | $50,000 |
| The Art Institute of Chicago | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Little City Foundation | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Room to Read | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Rush University Medical Center | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret Stone Bowen
- Mark Bowen
Questions people ask
Does Jane W and David M Stone Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jane W and David M Stone Charitable Trust give?
$702,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $42,500.
Who runs Jane W and David M Stone Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Margaret Stone Bowen (President) and Mark Bowen (Trustee).
What does Jane W and David M Stone Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and arts and culture.