Sterling Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sterling Family Foundation is a private foundation in Canton, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $284,000 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $120,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$284,000
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$10.8 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $236,500 the year before.
35% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $236,500 | 21 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $284,000 | 29 | $10.8 million |
How to apply
Sterling 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 Sterling Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 24 | $237,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $17,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Greater Stark County | General operating | $120,000 |
| Commquest Services Inc | General operating | $30,000 |
| Akroncanton Regional Foodbank | General operating | $30,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General operating | $20,000 |
| American Red Cross | General operating | $15,000 |
| Pymatuning Valley Athletic Boosters | General operating | $10,000 |
| Perry High School Adult Booster Club | General operating | $5,000 |
| Beacon Charitable Pharmacy Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | General operating | $5,000 |
| YMCA of Central Stark County | General operating | $5,000 |
| Project Rebuild | General operating | $5,000 |
| Arts in Stark | General operating | $5,000 |
| Refuge of Hope | General operating | $5,000 |
| Hammer & Nails Inc | General operating | $3,000 |
| Sam Center | General operating | $2,000 |
| Buckeye Career Center Fdn | General operating | $2,000 |
| Pathway Caring for Children | General operating | $2,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Massillon | General operating | $2,000 |
| Uso | General operating | $2,000 |
| Shipley Child Care Center | General operating | $2,000 |
| Jackson Bear Hugs | General operating | $1,000 |
| J R Coleman | General operating | $1,000 |
| Replay for Kids | General operating | $1,000 |
| Tom Tod Ideas Inc | General operating | $1,000 |
| Project Kare | General operating | $1,000 |
| Be A Better Me Foundation | General operating | $1,000 |
| Compassion Delivered Inc | General operating | $1,000 |
| The Bin | General operating | $1,000 |
| Stark County Diaper Bank | General operating | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- W Mark Sterling
- Jeffrey W Sterling
- Richard Williams
Questions people ask
Does Sterling Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sterling Family Foundation give?
$284,000 in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Sterling Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists W Mark Sterling (Trustee, President), Jeffrey W Sterling (Trustee, V.P.) and Richard Williams (Trustee, Sec. Treasurer).
What does Sterling Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and youth programs.