The Martha & Alexis Stewart Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Martha & Alexis Stewart Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Katonah, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $526,665 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $487,665. 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$526,665
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$487,665
- Assets$23.4 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
67% 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 | $42,070 | 4 | $13.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 9 | $18.0 million |
| 2025 | $526,665 | 9 | $23.4 million |
How to apply
The Martha & Alexis Stewart Charitable 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 3 | $489,165 |
| New York | 4 | $22,500 |
| California | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Acadia | For donee's exempt purpose | $487,665 |
| Entertainment Industry Foundation | For donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Northern Westchester Hospital Association | For donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Caramoor Center for Music | For donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Downtown United Soccer Club Inc | For donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | For donee's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Mount Desert Land and Garden Preserve | For donee's exempt purpose | $2,500 |
| George Stevens Academy | For donee's exempt purpose | $1,000 |
| Mount Desert Island Search & Rescue | For donee's exempt purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Martha Stewart
- Alexis G Stewart
Questions people ask
Does The Martha & Alexis Stewart Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Martha & Alexis Stewart Charitable Foundation give?
$526,665 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Martha & Alexis Stewart Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martha Stewart (Trustee) and Alexis G Stewart (Trustee).