The Steiner Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Steiner Family Foundation is a private foundation in Rye Brook, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $153,050 in 39 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$153,050
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$23,265
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $254,840 the year before.
13% 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 | $267,733 | 39 | $21,263 |
| 2024 | $254,840 | 36 | $16,368 |
| 2025 | $153,050 | 39 | $23,265 |
How to apply
The Steiner 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 Steiner Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York. It also paid $4,500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 22 | $100,550 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $28,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $3,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Israel Defense Forces | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $30,000 |
| City Meals on Wheels | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $10,000 |
| Dorot Inc | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $10,000 |
| Feeding Westchester | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $10,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $10,000 |
| Equine Advocates | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $5,000 |
| Monterey Community Center | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $5,000 |
| Monterey Library | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $5,000 |
| Monterey Meeting House | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $5,000 |
| Monterey Pantry Pick Up | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $5,000 |
| World Jewish Congrss | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $5,000 |
| Fundacion Salba Nos Burico | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $4,500 |
| Monterey Fire Department | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $3,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club of America | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $3,000 |
| Gould Farm | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $3,000 |
| The Fresh Air Fund | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $3,000 |
| United States Holocaust Memorial Museum | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $3,000 |
| Save Them All-Best Friends | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $2,150 |
| North Shore Animal League | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $2,000 |
| Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $2,000 |
| Pet Rescue | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $2,000 |
| Police Athletic League | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $2,000 |
| Salvation Army | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $2,000 |
| Shiba Rescue of New Jersey | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $2,000 |
| March of Dimes | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $1,800 |
| Bidwell House Museum | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $1,500 |
| Calvary Fund of Calvary Hospital | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $1,100 |
| American Cancer Society | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $1,000 |
| National Breast Cancer Research Center | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $1,000 |
| Portchester Police Association | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $1,000 |
| Portchester Rye Brook Ems | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $1,000 |
| SPCA of Westchester | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $1,000 |
| Visiting Nurse Service of Ny | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $1,000 |
| Carver Center | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $800 |
| Friends of Crawford Park | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $600 |
| Scarsdale Woman's Exchange | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $600 |
| Congregation Emanu-El of Westchester | To further its 501 (c)(3) status | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sheila Steiner
- Dominique Steiner
Questions people ask
Does The Steiner Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Steiner Family Foundation give?
$153,050 in tax year 2025, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Steiner Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sheila Steiner (President) and Dominique Steiner (Treasurer).
What does The Steiner Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, community development and animals.