The Stewardship Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Stewardship Foundation is a private foundation in Chalfont, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $121,472 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $34,286 and the largest $47,900. 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$121,472
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$34,286
- Largest grant$47,900
- Assets$70,112
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $100,700 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $100,700 | 5 | $40,234 |
| 2024 | $121,472 | 4 | $70,112 |
How to apply
The Stewardship 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Stewardship Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Tennessee. It also paid $74,472 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 1 | $42,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bridge Community Church Bridge Community Church | Support missionaries | $47,900 |
| Shepherds Staff Shepherds Staff | Supporting missionaries | $42,000 |
| Kivah Audio Bibles Kivah Audio Bibles | Supporting missionaries | $26,572 |
| Adventures in Missions Adventures in Missions | Hydroponics support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne J Shafer
- Jean A Shafer
- Steve Simpson
- Martin Roark
- Jeffrey Jackson
Questions people ask
Does The Stewardship Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Stewardship Foundation give?
$121,472 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $34,286.
Who runs The Stewardship Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Wayne J Shafer (Dir/Pres/Sec), Jean A Shafer (Dir/Treas), Steve Simpson (Director) and Martin Roark (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Stewardship Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.