The Stitt Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
The Stitt Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Olean, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.7 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $1.2 million. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.7 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$9.1 million
- New grantees93%
Giving in 2025 was up from $291,000 the year before.
93% 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 | $209,500 | 41 | $7.1 million |
| 2024 | $291,000 | 9 | $8.9 million |
| 2025 | $1.7 million | 29 | $9.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mr James E Stitt 202 Woodview Avenue, Olean, NY 14760 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (716) 372-4476 |
| What to submit | Formal written request with supporting documentation |
| Restrictions | Educational organizations, hospitals, social service organizations, and other charitable institutions |
What The Stitt Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 24 | $1.6 million |
| Ohio | 1 | $100,000 |
| South Carolina | 3 | $5,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Olean General Hospital | General | $1.2 million |
| The University of Dayton | General | $100,000 |
| Challenger Learning Center Olean | General | $50,000 |
| Sbu Jandoli Bldg Project | General | $50,000 |
| Sbu Carney Endowed Chair | General | $50,000 |
| Jamestown Community College | General | $50,000 |
| SPCA | General | $40,000 |
| Sbu Warming House | General | $25,000 |
| Sbu Giving Day | General | $25,000 |
| Olean Food Pantry | General | $25,000 |
| Olean Soccer Club | General | $13,400 |
| Olean Youth Hockey | General | $10,000 |
| Olean Public Library | General | $10,000 |
| Ellicottville Playground | General | $5,000 |
| Allegany Highlad Bsa | General | $5,000 |
| Bona Responds Sbu | General | $5,000 |
| Rural Area Medical Ram CRCF Fund | General | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics Western Ny | General | $5,000 |
| Bonita Springs Senior Center | General | $5,000 |
| Gala of Hope Colt 45 | General | $4,000 |
| Interfaith Care Givers | General | $3,000 |
| Coastal Carolina Arts Center | General | $2,500 |
| Tunnel 2 Towers | General | $2,000 |
| Special Olympics Wash DC | General | $1,538 |
| Boys and Girls Club Hhi | General | $1,500 |
| Volunteers in Medicine Hhi | General | $1,500 |
| Lounsbury Adaptive Ski Program | General | $1,500 |
| Ride for Roswell | General | $1,500 |
| Mt Lrenaeus | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James E Stitt
- Carol A Stitt
- James M Stitt
- John F Stitt
Questions people ask
Does The Stitt Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Stitt Foundation Inc give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Stitt Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists James E Stitt (President, Director), Carol A Stitt (Secretary, Treasurer, Director), James M Stitt (Assistant Treasurer, Director) and John F Stitt (Assistant Secretary, Director).
What does The Stitt Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.