Stern Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stern Family Foundation is a private foundation in Franklin, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $43,489 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $3,150 and the largest $15,000. 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$43,489
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$3,150
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$346,880
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $47,004 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 | $66,431 | 16 | $338,515 |
| 2024 | $47,004 | 19 | $345,987 |
| 2025 | $43,489 | 8 | $346,880 |
How to apply
Stern 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 Stern Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 7 | $34,889 |
| New York | 1 | $8,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Metropolitan Detroit | To support community development | $15,000 |
| Brilliant Detroit | To support children's health and education | $11,364 |
| Repair the World | To support community development | $8,600 |
| Temple Israel | To support religious programs | $4,500 |
| Yad Ezra | To support community development | $1,800 |
| Gary Burnstein Clinic | To support children's health | $1,536 |
| The Friendship Circle | To provide assistance to special needs children | $500 |
| JDRF | To support diabetes research | $189 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott Stern
- Lisa Stern
Questions people ask
Does Stern Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stern Family Foundation give?
$43,489 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $3,150.
Who runs Stern Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Scott Stern (President, Treasurer, Dire) and Lisa Stern (Vice Pres, Secretary, Dire).
What does Stern Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, faith communities and youth programs.