Stephenson Foundation
Palo Alto, California · EIN 943320092 · Private foundation
Stephenson Foundation is a California-based grantmaker. Its indexed 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $1.2M in annual giving against $20.5M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 125 grants for Stephenson Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What Stephenson Foundation funds
Stephenson Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, disability services, education, environment & conservation, health care, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, disabled, families, low-income communities, veterans, women girls.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover Institution TO SUPPORT THE PROMOTION OF PERSONAL AND ECONOMIC LIBERTY, FREE ENTERPRISE, AND LIMITED GOVERNMENT. | Stanford, CA | $850K | 2024 |
| Stanford University THE THOMAS FLEETWORD STEPHENSON PENDING FUND | Stanford, CA | $500K | 2022 |
| Leland Stanford Junior University THE THOMAS FLEETWORD STEPHENSON PENDING FUND | Stanford, CA | $500K | 2023 |
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 arts & culture. Example recipients include Hoover Institution, Stanford University, Leland Stanford Junior University. 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 reported $1.2M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $5.0M over 125 grants.
- Where is Stephenson Foundation located?
- Stephenson Foundation is based in Palo Alto, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 943320092.
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