Dante S Stephensen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dante S Stephensen Foundation is a private foundation in Auburndale, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $130,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$130,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $140,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $140,000 | 19 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $140,000 | 20 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $130,000 | 18 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Dante S Stephensen 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 Dante S Stephensen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 12 | $80,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina Transportation Museu | Support museum | $10,000 |
| Cheetah Conservation Fund | Support efforts | $10,000 |
| Seal Museum | To support museum | $10,000 |
| Atlanta Mission | To support mission | $10,000 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank | To support food bank | $10,000 |
| America Scores | To support mission | $10,000 |
| Atlanta Humane Society | To support the mission | $10,000 |
| Moving in the Spirit in Honor of Ralph Edwards | To support mission | $10,000 |
| High Museumwoodruff Arts Ctr | To support the arts | $5,000 |
| Southeastern Railway Mueseum | To support mueseum | $5,000 |
| Atlanta Red Cross Greater Atlanta Chapter | To support mission | $5,000 |
| Fernbank | To support the arts | $5,000 |
| Gilee Atnn Dr Robbie Friedman | To support mission | $5,000 |
| Shepherd Center | To support mission | $5,000 |
| Bring Me A Book Franklin | To support mission | $5,000 |
| Atlanta Ballet | To support mission | $5,000 |
| Empty Stocking Fund | To support mission | $5,000 |
| Arbor Montessori School | To support mission | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Scott
Questions people ask
Does Dante S Stephensen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dante S Stephensen Foundation give?
$130,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Dante S Stephensen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gary Scott (Trustee).
What does Dante S Stephensen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and arts and culture.