Sterling Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sterling Family Foundation is a private foundation in Yukon, Oklahoma. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,350 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,500. 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$12,350
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,500
- Assets$191,689
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,500 the year before.
9% 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 | $8,200 | 11 | $137,794 |
| 2024 | $10,500 | 11 | $160,520 |
| 2025 | $12,350 | 11 | $191,689 |
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 Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 7 | $8,500 |
| Arkansas | 2 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $850 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bethany Children's Health Center | Charitable donation | $1,500 |
| City Rescue Mission | Charitable donation | $1,500 |
| Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma | Charitable donation | $1,500 |
| Faithworks of the Inner City | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| The Call Foster & Adoption Center | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Westview Boys Home | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Tipton Home | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Lilyfield Christian Adoption | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Sparrow's Promise | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| St Judes Children's Research Hospi | Charitable donation | $1,000 |
| Coldwater Church of Christ | Charitable donation | $850 |
Officers and trustees
- Barry Sterling
- Vicky Sterling
- Tricia Sterling
- Cristi Killian
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?
$12,350 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Sterling Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Barry Sterling (Director), Vicky Sterling (Director), Tricia Sterling (Director) and Cristi Killian (Director).
What does Sterling Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and faith communities.