Sea Stone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sea Stone Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $267,024 in 47 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$267,024
- Number of grants47
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $266,467 the year before.
38% 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 | $221,571 | 34 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $266,467 | 53 | $6.1 million |
| 2025 | $267,024 | 47 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
Sea Stone 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 Sea Stone Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 32 | $211,608 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $16,108 |
| Utah | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 5 | $9,700 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $7,100 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,250 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $1,008 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Noche Flamenca | Religious, educational, or artistic | $50,000 |
| American Ballet Theater | Religious, educational, or artistic | $23,000 |
| Dorrance Dance Company | Religious, educational, or artistic | $20,000 |
| Hamptons Dance Project | Religious, educational, or artistic | $20,000 |
| The Tibet Fund | Religious, educational, or artistic | $20,000 |
| Utah Film Center | Religious, educational, or artistic | $15,000 |
| Day One Early Learning Community | Religious, educational, or artistic | $12,500 |
| Brandeis University | Religious, educational, or artistic | $10,000 |
| Ethical Culture Fieldston School | Religious, educational, or artistic | $10,000 |
| The National Susan B Anthony Museum | Religious, educational, or artistic | $10,000 |
| 52nd Street Project | Religious, educational, or artistic | $9,770 |
| Threshold Foundation | Religious, educational, or artistic | $7,355 |
| World Central Kitchen | Religious, educational, or artistic | $7,000 |
| Veterans Healthcare Policy Inst | Religious, educational, or artistic | $5,075 |
| Dharma Organization | Religious, educational, or artistic | $5,000 |
| Misty Copeland Foundation | Religious, educational, or artistic | $5,000 |
| Minnesota Dance Theatre | Religious, educational, or artistic | $5,000 |
| National Dance Institute | Religious, educational, or artistic | $4,299 |
| The Joyce Theater | Religious, educational, or artistic | $3,100 |
| Film Society of Lincoln Center | Religious, educational, or artistic | $2,800 |
| International Documentary Assn | Religious, educational, or artistic | $2,501 |
| NYC Center Inc | Religious, educational, or artistic | $2,500 |
| NYC Ballet | Religious, educational, or artistic | $2,315 |
| Video Volunteers | Religious, educational, or artistic | $2,000 |
| Film Forum | Religious, educational, or artistic | $1,910 |
| School of American Ballet Theater | Religious, educational, or artistic | $1,500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Religious, educational, or artistic | $1,250 |
| Actblue Free Speech | Religious, educational, or artistic | $1,108 |
| Buddhist Film Foundation | Religious, educational, or artistic | $1,008 |
| Maui Arts & Cultural Center | Religious, educational, or artistic | $1,008 |
| The Love Serve Remember Foundation | Religious, educational, or artistic | $1,008 |
| Writers Guild Initiative | Religious, educational, or artistic | $1,000 |
| Guild Hall | Religious, educational, or artistic | $585 |
| Anti Defamation League | Religious, educational, or artistic | $500 |
| City Harvest Inc | Religious, educational, or artistic | $500 |
| Next for Autism | Religious, educational, or artistic | $255 |
| Wliw Public Radio | Religious, educational, or artistic | $250 |
| Wshu Radio | Religious, educational, or artistic | $250 |
| Budo Accelerator | Religious, educational, or artistic | $108 |
| New York University | Religious, educational, or artistic | $105 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Lemle
- Lucinda Zeising
- Wendy Vanden Hevuel
Questions people ask
Does Sea Stone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sea Stone Foundation give?
$267,024 in tax year 2025, across 47 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Sea Stone Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Lemle (President), Lucinda Zeising (Secretary) and Wendy Vanden Hevuel (Treasurer).
What does Sea Stone Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.