Steffens 21st Century Foundation II
Preselected recipients only
Steffens 21st Century Foundation II is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $25,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 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$25,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$629,422
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $191,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $262,500 | 10 | $876,758 |
| 2024 | $191,000 | 10 | $591,719 |
| 2025 | $25,500 | 6 | $629,422 |
How to apply
Steffens 21st Century Foundation II 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 Steffens 21st Century Foundation II funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 2 | $15,000 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $8,000 |
| California | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| US Ski & Snowboard Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| National Ability Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Institute for Advanced Study | General support | $3,000 |
| North Bay BMX | General support | $2,500 |
| Arts Council of Princeton | General support | $2,500 |
| Princeton Symphony | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Steffens
Questions people ask
Does Steffens 21st Century Foundation II accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steffens 21st Century Foundation II give?
$25,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs Steffens 21st Century Foundation II?
Its 2025 filing lists John L Steffens (President).
What does Steffens 21st Century Foundation II fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.