Stella Matutina Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stella Matutina Foundation is a private foundation in Victor, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $304,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $35,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$304,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was up from $302,000 the year before.
8% of its 2024 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 | $302,000 | 12 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $304,500 | 12 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Stella Matutina 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 Stella Matutina Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 12 | $304,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Kearney High School | Tuition assistance | $35,000 |
| Rochester Refugee Resettlement Services | Building/facility improvements and operating expenses | $35,000 |
| Hope Hall | Tuition assistance | $30,000 |
| Nativity Prepatory Academy | Scholarship support | $30,000 |
| Nazareth Elementary School | Tuition assistance | $30,000 |
| Notre Dame High School | Scholarship support | $30,000 |
| St John Fisher University | Higher education opportunity program | $30,000 |
| St Michael's Woodshop Inc | Operating expenses and salary support | $30,000 |
| Bethany House | Support for those seeking secure permanent housing | $20,000 |
| Camp Stella Maris | Support for 2025 team leadership camp | $17,500 |
| Our Lady of Mercy | Tuition assistance | $12,000 |
| National Ms Society Upstate Ny Chapter | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Garrett
- Kathleen Whelehan
- FR Kevin McKenna
- Roberta Langie van Winkle
- Sr Christine Wagner
Questions people ask
Does Stella Matutina Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stella Matutina Foundation give?
$304,500 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Stella Matutina Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John L Garrett (Director/Secretary/Treasurer), Kathleen Whelehan (Director/President), FR Kevin McKenna (Director) and Roberta Langie van Winkle (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Stella Matutina Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.