SBK Stearns Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
SBK Stearns Family Foundation is a private foundation in Williams Bay, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $306,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$306,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$6.8 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $309,500 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $255,100 | 17 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $309,500 | 18 | $6.3 million |
| 2025 | $306,500 | 13 | $6.8 million |
How to apply
SBK Stearns 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 SBK Stearns Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 6 | $189,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $50,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $10,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday Home C | General purpose | $125,000 |
| Geneva Lake Conservancy | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Individual | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The Contributor | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Fed of A | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Individual | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin Inc | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Tucson Girls Chorus Association | General purpose | $5,000 |
| The Bridge Food Diaper Ba | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Individual | General purpose | $3,000 |
| Keeping the Faith Charity | General purpose | $2,500 |
| Lakeland Animal Shelter | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian C Stearns
- Sandra I Stearns
Questions people ask
Does SBK Stearns Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SBK Stearns Family Foundation give?
$306,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs SBK Stearns Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian C Stearns (Trustee) and Sandra I Stearns (Trustee).
What does SBK Stearns Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.