Stephenson Foundation
Chicago, Illinois · EIN 357124435 · Private foundation
Based in Chicago, Illinois, Stephenson Foundation has awarded $3.8M across 35 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Intervarsity Christian Fellowship. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Stephenson Foundation funds
Stephenson Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on faith-based (christian), higher education.
Populations it has supported include children.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Intervarsity Christian Fellowship AS NEEDED | Madison, WI | $500K | 2024 |
| Intervarsity Christian Fellowship AS NEEDED | Madison, WI | $500K | 2022 |
| Central Presbyterian Church AS NEEDED | New York, NY | $417K | 2017 |
How to apply for funding from Stephenson Foundation
Stephenson Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about Stephenson Foundation
- Does Stephenson Foundation accept grant applications?
- Stephenson Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Stephenson Foundation fund?
- Stephenson Foundation's grants focus on faith-based (christian). Example recipients include Intervarsity Christian Fellowship, Central Presbyterian Church. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Stephenson Foundation give in grants?
- Stephenson Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $655K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $3.8M over 35 grants.
- Where is Stephenson Foundation located?
- Stephenson Foundation is based in Chicago, Illinois. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 357124435.
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