The Stewart Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Stewart Family Foundation is a private foundation in Glen Mills, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $238,245 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$238,245
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $182,150 the year before.
13% 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 | $117,825 | 30 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $182,150 | 32 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $238,245 | 30 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
The Stewart 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 The Stewart Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 8 | $73,000 |
| New Jersey | 9 | $71,120 |
| New York | 2 | $22,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $15,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $12,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $7,000 |
| Idaho | 1 | $6,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritan Healthcare and Hos | General | $25,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General | $20,000 |
| Pennsylvania Horticultural PHS | General | $20,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General | $16,000 |
| Lantern Theater Company | General | $15,000 |
| Marietta College | General | $15,000 |
| Berea College | General | $12,000 |
| Sacred Heart Church | General | $11,000 |
| Acts Legacy Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| The Wetlands Institute | General | $10,000 |
| Whyy | General | $10,000 |
| Save the Children | General | $10,000 |
| Food for the Poor Inc | General | $7,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | General | $6,000 |
| Deborah Hospital Foundation | General | $5,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | General | $5,000 |
| Walton Cinder Club | General | $5,000 |
| Camp No Worries | General | $5,000 |
| South Jersey Catholic Ministries | General | $4,620 |
| Animal Welfare Association | General | $4,000 |
| Usopf | General | $4,000 |
| Philadelphia Ballet | General | $3,000 |
| Friends of the Smithsonian | General | $2,625 |
| Alexander Tharpe Fund | General | $2,500 |
| All Stars Project | General | $2,500 |
| Zap Fitness Foundation | General | $2,500 |
| Delaware Riverkeeper Network | General | $2,000 |
| Philly House | General | $2,000 |
| Heart of Camden | General | $1,000 |
| Lucy Outreach | General | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Glenna G Stewart
- Joann S Bissell
- Robert E Stewart
- David M Stewart
- William C Stewart
Questions people ask
Does The Stewart Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Stewart Family Foundation give?
$238,245 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Stewart Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Glenna G Stewart (Trustee), Joann S Bissell (Trustee), Robert E Stewart (Trustee) and David M Stewart (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Stewart Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and arts and culture.