Brendalyn and Ernest Stempel Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Brendalyn and Ernest Stempel Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $895,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $320,000. 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$895,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$320,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2025 was up from $25,000 the year before.
92% 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 | $942,000 | 11 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 1 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $895,000 | 12 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Brendalyn and Ernest Stempel 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 Brendalyn and Ernest Stempel Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Virginia. It also paid $835,000 in 9 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Africa Foundation | Clef undergraduate trade schoolbursaries & post grad students | $320,000 |
| Herschel School for Girls | Existing scholarship fund/ existing endowment fund for future scholarships | $250,000 |
| African Solutions to African Problems | General support | $105,000 |
| Lalela Children's Charity | Current art outreach projects | $50,000 |
| American Friends of Masterworks Inc-Museum of Bermuda Art | Designated art lessons and education for young art lovers to attend classes at masterworks. | $25,000 |
| Bishops Diocesan College | Existing scholarship fund/ existing endowment fund for future scholarships | $25,000 |
| Operation Smile | Support for operation smile in south africa | $25,000 |
| Ruth Prowse Art School | General support | $25,000 |
| South Africa Limited Childrens Hospital | General support | $25,000 |
| Cultiver - Resolve Inc | General support | $20,000 |
| Young Audiences Arts for Learning | Ongoing support for musical programs | $15,000 |
| Steps Charity NPC | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey Feinman
- Brendalyn Stempel
Questions people ask
Does Brendalyn and Ernest Stempel Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Brendalyn and Ernest Stempel Foundation give?
$895,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Brendalyn and Ernest Stempel Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey Feinman (Trustee) and Brendalyn Stempel (Trustee).
What does Brendalyn and Ernest Stempel Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and youth programs.