The Stover Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Stover Foundation is a private foundation in Annapolis, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.4 million in 31 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $310,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$310,000
- Assets$35.6 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
39% 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 | $983,895 | 42 | $29.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 35 | $31.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.4 million | 31 | $35.6 million |
How to apply
The Stover 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 The Stover Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to Louisiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 6 | $495,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $250,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $200,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $160,000 |
| North Carolina | 6 | $50,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $50,000 |
| West Virginia | 4 | $45,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $41,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $40,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Gardere Community Christian School | To further christian education | $310,000 |
| Young Life | General evangelical outreach | $250,000 |
| Waynesburg University | To further christian education | $200,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | General evangelical outreach | $150,000 |
| The Dunham School | To further christian education | $135,000 |
| Closer to God Epc Church | General evangelical outreach | $50,000 |
| The C S Lewis Institute | To further christian education | $41,000 |
| Annapolis Area Christian School | To further christian education | $40,000 |
| Chestnut Mountain Ranch | To further christian education | $25,000 |
| Notre Dame School | To further christian education | $20,000 |
| Trinity Forum | General evangelical outreach | $20,000 |
| Young Life - Capernaum Baton Rouge | General evangelical outreach | $20,000 |
| Hillsdale College | General evangelical outreach | $15,000 |
| Africa New Life Ministries | General evangelical outreach | $10,000 |
| Bethany Centre Alliance | General evangelical outreach | $10,000 |
| City on A Hill Christian Academy | To further christian education | $10,000 |
| Doulos Discovery School | To further christian education | $10,000 |
| Grace Brevard Church | To further christian education | $10,000 |
| Heritage Ranch | General evangelical outreach | $10,000 |
| Iron Academy | To further christian education | $10,000 |
| Mentor Kids USA | General evangelical outreach | $10,000 |
| Reach Fellowship | General evangelical outreach | $10,000 |
| The Christian Outreach Center | General evangelical outreach | $10,000 |
| The Timothy Initiative Inc | General evangelical outreach | $10,000 |
| Mesa Global | General evangelical outreach | $5,000 |
| Northern Appalachian Teen Challenge | General evangelical outreach | $5,000 |
| Outlook Mountain Mission Inc | General evangelical outreach | $5,000 |
| The Philanthropy Roundtable | General evangelical outreach | $5,000 |
| Young Life West Virginia | General evangelical outreach | $5,000 |
| Hands of Light in Action | To further christian education | $4,500 |
| Third Wave Volunteers | General evangelical outreach | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Parker Williamson
- Dr Gerrit Dawson
- Cara Ludwig
- Gary Nickerson
- Daniel Jessup
- Princeton Scott Bardwell
- Brooke Johnston
- Rev Carmen Fowler Laberge
Questions people ask
Does The Stover Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Stover Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Stover Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr Parker Williamson (Coo/Treasurer), Dr Gerrit Dawson (Chairman), Cara Ludwig (Secretary) and Gary Nickerson (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Stover Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.