The Robert Stern Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robert Stern Family Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $220,018 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $150,018. 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$220,018
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$150,018
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $260,506 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $323,500 | 25 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $260,506 | 24 | $4.9 million |
| 2025 | $220,018 | 20 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
The Robert Stern Family 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 The Robert Stern Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $151,518 |
| California | 7 | $53,500 |
| New York | 4 | $9,000 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $3,000 |
| Vermont | 2 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Charitable | $150,018 |
| The Syv Family School | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Santa Barbara County Firefighters Benevolent Foundation | Charitable | $16,500 |
| NYC Salt Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Arts Outreach | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Santa Barbara Zoo | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Global Health Works Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Transplant Foundation | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Friends of the Los Alamos Public Library | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Himalayan Health Care Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Junior Milers | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Lyme Ambulance Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Lyme Fire Department | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Polk Education Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Shoreline Soup Kitchens and Pantries | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Client Earth | Charitable | $500 |
| Earthjustice | Charitable | $500 |
| Lee Pesky Learning Center | Charitable | $500 |
| Stephens College Stern Center for Language & Learning | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert Stern
- Kathryn Hays Gonnion
Questions people ask
Does The Robert Stern Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert Stern Family Foundation give?
$220,018 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Robert Stern Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert Stern (President) and Kathryn Hays Gonnion (Treasurer).
What does The Robert Stern Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and community development.