Stone Barrett Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stone Barrett Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,082 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$42,082
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$950,889
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was down from $66,125 the year before.
64% 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 | $126,314 | 48 | $871,035 |
| 2024 | $66,125 | 23 | $946,286 |
| 2025 | $42,082 | 25 | $950,889 |
How to apply
Stone Barrett 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 Stone Barrett Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 11 | $26,300 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $7,500 |
| New York | 3 | $4,000 |
| California | 2 | $1,250 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,030 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $1,029 |
| Georgia | 1 | $263 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $250 |
| Michigan | 1 | $250 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Chicago Poetry Center | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| United States Sailing Association Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Wbez Chicago Public Media Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Ugly Duckling Presse | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| US Sailing Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Parkinson Research Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,030 |
| Woodland Pattern | Unrestricted | $1,029 |
| Cliff Dwellers Art Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Futurepoem | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Lincoln Park Conservancy | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Northwestern University | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Peninsula Youth Sailing Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Family Institute | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Chicago River | Unrestricted | $500 |
| The Museum of Modern Art | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Window to the World Communications Inc | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Care | Unrestricted | $263 |
| Deep Springs College | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Lake Michigan Sail Racing Federation | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Milton Academy | Unrestricted | $250 |
| Chicago Yacht Club Foundation | Unrestricted | $200 |
| St Judes | Unrestricted | $200 |
| Society of Architectural Historians | Unrestricted | $100 |
| Sos | Unrestricted | $10 |
Officers and trustees
- Elizabeth Barrett
- Toby Altman
Questions people ask
Does Stone Barrett Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stone Barrett Foundation give?
$42,082 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Stone Barrett Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Elizabeth Barrett (President/Treasurer) and Toby Altman (Vice President/Secretary).
What does Stone Barrett Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and education.