Stern Family Philanthropic Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stern Family Philanthropic Foundation is a private foundation in Harrison, New York. In tax year 2023 it gave $1.7 million in 48 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $550,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$1.7 million
- Number of grants48
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$550,000
- Assets$25.9 million
How to apply
Stern Family Philanthropic 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 Stern Family Philanthropic Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 35 | $1.0 million |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $466,027 |
| Florida | 1 | $150,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $11,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Jewish Museum | Charitable contribution | $550,000 |
| Tufts University | Charitable contribution | $410,000 |
| Wnet | Charitable contribution | $150,000 |
| Cancer Research Institute | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| UJA Federation | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| Harvard Business School | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Congregation Emanuel of Westchester | Charitable contribution | $36,000 |
| American Museum of Natural History | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Anti Defamation League | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Lymphoma Research Foundation | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| Success Academy Charter Schools | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
| White Plains Hospital Medical Center | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| A Giving Heart Foundation | Charitable contribution | $11,000 |
| Columbia University | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Connecticut College | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Ethical Culture Fields | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| New York Public Radio (Wnyc) | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| United Way | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Daniel W Offit Fund to Fight Glioblastoma Inc | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| The Jed Foundation | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Community Synagogue of Rye | Charitable contribution | $9,066 |
| Pan-Massachusetts Challenge Inc | Charitable contribution | $6,027 |
| Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village Inc | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Battery Conservancy | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Emelin Theatre for the Performing Arts Inc | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Musuem of American Revolution | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Prep for Prep | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Quaker Ridge Employee Charity Fund Inc | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Self Help Community Services Foundation | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Stephen Wise Free Synagogue | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| The Rock School for Dance Education | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Student Advocacy Inc | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Dartmouth College | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| NYU Faces | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Fiver Children's Foundation | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Christian Rivera Fund | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Chaminade College Preparatory | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Mga Caddie Scholarship Fund | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| American Jewish Committee | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Stern
- Jane Stern
- Peter Stern
- David Stern
Questions people ask
Does Stern Family Philanthropic Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stern Family Philanthropic Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2023, across 48 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Stern Family Philanthropic Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists James Stern (Chmn/Dir), Jane Stern (Pres/Dir), Peter Stern (Treas/Dir) and David Stern (Secy/Dir).
What does Stern Family Philanthropic Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.