Stephenson Family Foundation A/K/A Celebrate Life Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stephenson Family Foundation A/K/A Celebrate Life Foundation is a private foundation in Schaumburg, Illinois. In tax year 2023 it gave $1.9 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $17,500 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 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$1.9 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$17,500
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$0
How to apply
Stephenson Family Foundation A/K/A Celebrate Life 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 Stephenson Family Foundation A/K/A Celebrate Life Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 4 | $1.0 million |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $300,000 |
| Illinois | 8 | $164,975 |
| Indiana | 4 | $145,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $35,000 |
| New York | 2 | $25,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $21,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Phoenix Theatre Company | General contribution | $1.0 million |
| Tulsa Community Foundation | General contribution | $300,000 |
| Horotio Alger Association | General contribution | $100,000 |
| The Grant Hamill Foundation | General contribution | $100,000 |
| Navy Seals | General contribution | $50,000 |
| The David Foster Foundation | General contribution | $38,000 |
| Community Partners of Dallas | General contribution | $35,000 |
| Assistance in Healthcare | General contribution | $25,975 |
| American Heart Association | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Dream Center | General contribution | $25,000 |
| The Atlas Society | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Scottish Rite Charities | General contribution | $21,000 |
| Barrington History Museum | General contribution | $20,000 |
| Sheridan Historical Society | General contribution | $15,000 |
| Depauw University | General contribution | $15,000 |
| Wabash College | General contribution | $15,000 |
| Barrington Area Conservation Trust | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Childhelp | General contribution | $10,000 |
| University of Illinois Foundation | General contribution | $10,000 |
| SSM Health Cardinal Glennon | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Trends Charitable Fund | General contribution | $7,500 |
| Cancer Support Community Philadelph | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Leukemia Lymhoma Society | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Trinity Christian College | General contribution | $5,000 |
| University of Vermont | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | General contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard J Stephenson
- Jennifer S Keller
- Christopher M Stephenson Do
Questions people ask
Does Stephenson Family Foundation A/K/A Celebrate Life Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stephenson Family Foundation A/K/A Celebrate Life Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2023, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $17,500.
Who runs Stephenson Family Foundation A/K/A Celebrate Life Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Richard J Stephenson (Chairman), Jennifer S Keller (President) and Christopher M Stephenson Do (Senior Vice).
What does Stephenson Family Foundation A/K/A Celebrate Life Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and education.