Austen-Stokes Ancient Americas Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Austen-Stokes Ancient Americas Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Upper Nyack, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $87,504 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $1,350 and the largest $21,812. 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$87,504
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$1,350
- Largest grant$21,812
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2025 was down from $92,425 the year before.
77% 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 | $17,050 | 7 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $92,425 | 15 | $2.0 million |
| 2025 | $87,504 | 26 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Austen-Stokes Ancient Americas Foundation Inc 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 Austen-Stokes Ancient Americas Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 20 | $63,959 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $18,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $4,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,045 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Riverkeeper | General fund | $21,812 |
| Sean Healy & Amg Center for ALS | General fund | $12,000 |
| Columbia University Irving Medical Center | General fund | $7,000 |
| ALS Therapy Development Institute | General fund | $6,000 |
| John Green Preservation Coalition Inc | General fund | $5,825 |
| Strawtown Studio | General fund | $5,114 |
| Scenic Hudson | General fund | $5,000 |
| Hudson River Sloop Clearwater | General fund | $4,500 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | General fund | $3,000 |
| Historic Society of Rockland | General fund | $2,580 |
| Kinship of Ice Inc | General fund | $2,000 |
| Peconic Baykeeper | General fund | $1,500 |
| Evelyn Alexander Wildlife Rescue Center | General fund | $1,500 |
| Greenburgh Nature Center | General fund | $1,200 |
| Kula for Karma | General fund | $1,045 |
| Rockland Symphony Orchestra | General fund | $1,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | General fund | $1,000 |
| Meals on Wheels America | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Angel Nyack | General fund | $1,000 |
| Welles Remy Crowther Charity | General fund | $1,000 |
| Center for Safety and Change | General fund | $847 |
| Ella Rose Foundation | General fund | $500 |
| Alsac St Judes Hospital | General fund | $500 |
| Cast | General fund | $311 |
| Rockland Conservatory of Music | General fund | $200 |
| Northfork Animal Welfare Rescue | General fund | $70 |
Officers and trustees
- Marisol H Stokes
- Elena Austen Stokes
- Rebecca Herrero Stokes
- Claudia Lord Cooney
Questions people ask
Does Austen-Stokes Ancient Americas Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Austen-Stokes Ancient Americas Foundation Inc give?
$87,504 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $1,350.
Who runs Austen-Stokes Ancient Americas Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Marisol H Stokes (Vice-President), Elena Austen Stokes (Treasurer), Rebecca Herrero Stokes (President) and Claudia Lord Cooney (Secretary).
What does Austen-Stokes Ancient Americas Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and arts and culture.