Stine Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stine Family Foundation is a private foundation in Adel, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $56,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$56,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$22.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $885,210 the year before.
33% 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 | $841,566 | 4 | $18.9 million |
| 2024 | $885,210 | 4 | $19.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 6 | $22.3 million |
How to apply
Stine Family 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 Stine Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 6 | $1.1 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Drake University | Contribution is for the robert d. And billie ray center. | $500,000 |
| Buena Vista University | To provide funds for student research in a university setting. | $452,317 |
| Ride the Thin Blue Line | To assist with a planned scenic bike trail memorial designed to honor honor law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. | $111,000 |
| ADM Scholarship Foundation | To support the mission of the ADM Scholarship Foundation which is to provide scholarships to graduating seniors of ADM High School who are going on to attend schools of higher education. | $1,000 |
| Whiterock Conservancy | To assist the conservancy demonstrate agricultural practices that improve soil health and water quality and provide large areas of high quality habitat. | $1,000 |
| Cultureall | To assist the organization's mission of involving individuals of all ages in learning about world cultures. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Harry H Stine
- Lucinda I Stine
- Myron Stine
- Michael L Peterson
- Brandon Danielson
- Brenda Stine-Reiher
- Henry Merschman
Questions people ask
Does Stine Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stine Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $56,000.
Who runs Stine Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Harry H Stine (Treasurer), Lucinda I Stine (Vice President), Myron Stine (President) and Michael L Peterson (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Stine Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and faith communities.