Candis J Stern Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Candis J Stern Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $521,500 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$521,500
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$12.2 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2025 was up from $464,000 the year before.
56% 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 | $407,000 | 25 | $9.0 million |
| 2024 | $464,000 | 37 | $10.3 million |
| 2025 | $521,500 | 36 | $12.2 million |
How to apply
Candis J Stern 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.
What Candis J Stern Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 15 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $117,000 |
| New Mexico | 6 | $105,000 |
| Wisconsin | 5 | $72,000 |
| Michigan | 3 | $37,500 |
| Maryland | 2 | $35,000 |
| New York | 2 | $35,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pets for Patriots Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Oneida County Humane Society | General operating | $20,000 |
| Raptor Education Group Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Center for Humane Economy Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| The Wild Animal Sanctuary | General operating | $20,000 |
| Animal Protection of New Mexico Inc | General operating | $20,000 |
| Dona Ana County Humane Society | General operating | $20,000 |
| Frankies Friends | General operating | $20,000 |
| Animal Legal Defense Fund | General operating | $20,000 |
| Spay and Neuter Action Program | General operating | $20,000 |
| Working Dogs for Conservation Foundation | General operating | $15,000 |
| Spirit Animal Sanctuary Inc | General operating | $15,000 |
| Face Foundation | General operating | $15,000 |
| Action Programs for Animals | General operating | $15,000 |
| Wild Instincts Inc | General operating | $15,000 |
| Humane Society of Huron Valley | General operating | $15,000 |
| Wings of Rescue | General operating | $15,000 |
| Dharmahorse | General operating | $15,000 |
| Shelter Animal Donations | General operating | $15,000 |
| Faithful Friends Inc | General operating | $15,000 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | General operating | $15,000 |
| Alley Cat Allies | General operating | $15,000 |
| Giraffe Conservation Foundation | General operating | $15,000 |
| Rancho Coastal Humane Society | General operating | $15,000 |
| Safe Haven Animal Sanctuary | General operating | $15,000 |
| The Loon Project | General operating | $12,000 |
| Sheldrick Wildlife Trust USA | General operating | $10,000 |
| Shark | General operating | $10,000 |
| Muttville | General operating | $10,000 |
| International Crane Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Care for Wild | General operating | $10,000 |
| Turtle Rescue League | General operating | $7,500 |
| Shadow Cats Rescue | General operating | $7,500 |
| Heavenly Paws of Michigan | General operating | $7,500 |
| Loon Rescue Inc | General operating | $7,000 |
| Best Friends Animal Society | General operating | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Maureen Grady
- Jean Roach
- Candis J Stern
- Keybank N A
Questions people ask
Does Candis J Stern Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Candis J Stern Charitable Foundation give?
$521,500 in tax year 2025, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Candis J Stern Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Maureen Grady (Advisor), Jean Roach (Advisor), Candis J Stern (Advisor) and Keybank N A (Trustee).
What does Candis J Stern Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and environment and conservation.