Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation is a private foundation in Wheeling, West Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $120,200 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$120,200
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$2.9 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2024 was down from $125,100 the year before.
28% 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 | $125,100 | 23 | $2.7 million |
| 2024 | $120,200 | 24 | $2.9 million |
How to apply
Elizabeth Stifel Kline 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 Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 22 | $110,200 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oglebay Foundation Inc | 2024 sunday summer concert series | $30,000 |
| Wheeling Symphony Society | Music under the stars | $20,000 |
| Linsly School | Purchase equipment and scholarship aid | $11,500 |
| Mercersburg Academy | Performing arts program | $9,000 |
| Fort Henry Chapter Nssar | The fabrication and installation of a wvdoh historic marker at the zane blockhouse site | $5,700 |
| Daughters of the American Revolution Wheeling Chapter | Restoration of madonna of the trial monument and 2 plaques on wheeling suspension bridge | $5,000 |
| Oglebay Institute | Stifel artist residency program | $5,000 |
| The Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley | Project to preserve the history of valley general hospital | $5,000 |
| YWCA | Furnishings for domestic violence center | $5,000 |
| Elmhurst House of Friendship | Commercial/industrial dryer | $3,000 |
| Oglebay Institute | Art prep program | $3,000 |
| The Community Foundation for the Ohio Valley | Sponsor the candid foundation center directory subscription | $3,000 |
| Wheeling Country Day School | Elizabeth stifel kline speaker series | $3,000 |
| Wheeling Country Day School | Other programs carrying the name of elizabeth stifel kline | $2,000 |
| Faith in Action Caregivers | Volunteer program | $1,000 |
| Linsly School | Purchase equipment and scholarship aid | $1,000 |
| Mercersburg Academy | Schlorship in the memory of molly jones | $1,000 |
| St James Evangelical Luthern Church | Food pantry | $1,000 |
| Seeing Hand Association | Support of edelman family garden | $1,000 |
| St Matthews Episcopal Church | Food pantry | $1,000 |
| The House of the Carpenter | Purchase of school supplies for madison elementary for 2024-2025 school year | $1,000 |
| Lawrencefield Parish Church | Community lunch program | $1,000 |
| Wheeling Area Heritage Corp | Artisan center gallery program | $1,000 |
| Wheeling Symphony Society | Timpanist sponsorship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wesbanco Trust Investment Services
- John C Harmon
- John Craft Wright Kline
Questions people ask
Does Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation give?
$120,200 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Wesbanco Trust Investment Services (Co-Trustee), John C Harmon (Co-Trustee) and John Craft Wright Kline (Co-Trustee).
What does Elizabeth Stifel Kline Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and community development.