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Isidore Stern Foundation is a private trust based in RIDGEFIELD, CT. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1949. The principal officer is Alan Stern. It holds total assets of $1.1M. Annual income is reported at $649K. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2018 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in New York, Massachusetts and District of Columbia. According to available records, Isidore Stern Foundation has made 47 grants totaling $540K, with a median grant of $8K. The foundation has distributed between $270K and $270K annually from 2020 to 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $35K, with an average award of $11K. The foundation has supported 25 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in New York, Massachusetts, District of Columbia, which account for 74% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 10 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$6K
Median Grant
$9K
Average Grant
$13K
Largest Grant
$35K
Based on 23 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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Isidore Stern Foundation is a private foundation that provides grants to eligible organizations. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 47 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in NY, MA, DC.
Isidore Stern Foundation has distributed a total of $540K across 47 grants. The median grant size is $8K, with an average of $11K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $35K.
Isidore Stern Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Isidore Stern Foundation is headquartered in RIDGEFIELD, CT. While based in CT, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 10 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordan Stern | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Richard Stern Jr | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Alan Stern | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$1.1M
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$1.1M
Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
47
Total Giving
$540K
Average Grant
$11K
Median Grant
$8K
Unique Recipients
25
Most Common Grant
$8K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anti Defamation LeagueADL is a leading anti-hate organization. Founded in 1913 in response to an escalating climate of anti-Semitism and bigotry, its timeless mission is to protect the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment for all. Today, ADL continues to fight all forms of hate with the same vigor and passion. ADL is a global leader in exposing extremism and delivering anti-bias education, and is a leading organization in training law enforcement. ADL is the first call when acts of anti-Semitism occ | New York, NY | $11K | 2022 |
| Doctors Without BordersAn independent, global movement providing medical aid where its needed most. Founded to save lives and speak out, MSF has treated tens of millions of people since 1971 | New York, NY | $35K | 2022 |
| Planned ParenthoodPPNYC is a leading provider of sexual and reproductive health services and information, a fierce advocate, and a committed partner to advance equity and improve health outcomes for all. | New York, NY | $25K | 2022 |
| AcluThe ACLU was founded to ensure the promise of the Bill of Rights and to expand its reach to people historically denied its protections. In our first year, we fought the harassment and deportation of immigrants whose activism put them at odds with the authorities. | New York, NY | $25K | 2022 |
| Environmental Defense FundWe address today's most urgent environmental challenges by targeting issues that affect people around the world. Working in partnership with others, we focus where we're best positioned to help, based on our strengths. strengths. | New York, NY | $21K | 2022 |
| Southern Proverty Law CenterThe SPLC is dedicated to fighting hate and bigotry and to seeking justice for the most vulnerable members of our society. Using litigation, education, and other forms of advocacy, the SPLC works toward the day when the ideals of equal justice and equal opportunity will be a reality. | Montgomery, AL | $14K | 2022 |
| United Negro College FundUNCF envisions a nation where all Americans have equal access to a college education that prepares them for rich intellectual lives, competitive and fulfilling careers, engaged citizenship and service to our nation. UNCF's mission is to build a robust and nationally-recognized pipeline of under-represented students who, because of UNCF support, become highly-qualified college graduates and to ensure that our network of member institutions is a respected model of best practice in moving students | Washington, DC | $12K | 2022 |
| Oxfam AmericaOxfam is a global organization working to end the injustice of poverty. We help people build better futures for themselves, hold the powerful accountable, and save lives in disasters. Because we are a 501(c)(3) public charity, all grants are tax deductible. Our EIN/tax ID number is 23-7069110 | Boston, MA | $10K | 2022 |
| Partners In HealthOur mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. By establishing long-term relationships with sister organizations based in settings of poverty, Partners In Health strives to achieve two overarching goals: to bring the benefits of modern medical science to those most in need of them and to serve as an antidote to despair. We draw on the resources of the world's leading medical and academic institutions and on the lived experience of the world's poorest and sickest com | Boston, MA | $10K | 2022 |
| Amnesty InternationalWe work to protect people wherever justice, freedom, truth, and dignity are denied. Amnesty International is a global movement of millions of people demanding human rights for all people - no matter who they are or where they are. We are the world's largest grassroots human rights organization. | New York, NY | $9K | 2022 |
| Pathfinder InternationalPathfinder is driven by the conviction that all people, regardless of where they live, have the right to decide whether and when to have children, to exist free from fear and stigma, and to lead the lives they choose. Since 1957, we have worked to increase access to sexual and reproductive health and rights and promote healthy pregnancies. We are committed to expanding access to quality sexual and reproductive health services that offer each woman the chance to make an informed choice about whet | Watertown, MA | $9K | 2022 |
| World Central KitchenWCK is first to the frontlines, providing meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises. | Washington, DC | $8K | 2022 |
| HiasHIAS works around the world to protect refugees who have been forced to flee their homelands because of who they are, including ethnic, religious, and sexual minorities. For more than 130 years, HIAS has been helping refugees rebuild their lives in safety and dignity. | Silver Springs, MD | $7K | 2022 |
| NrdcNRDC works to safeguard the earth-its people, its plants and animals, and the natural systems on which all life depends. | New York, NY | $7K | 2022 |
| Freedom For All AmericansFreedom for All Americans is the bipartisan campaign to secure full nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ people nationwide. Our work brings together Republicans and Democrats, businesses large and small, people of faith, and allies from all walks of life to make the case for comprehensive non-discrimination protections that ensure everyone is treated fairly and equally. | Washington, DC | $7K | 2022 |
| American-Arab Anti Discrimination CommitteeADC is a civil rights organization committed to defending the rights of people of Arab descent and promoting their rich cultural heritage. ADC was founded by former U.S. Senator James Abourezk in 1980. Today, ADC is the largest Arab American grassroots organization in the U.S. ADC supports the human and civil rights of all people and opposes racism and bigotry in any form. | Washington Dc, DC | $7K | 2022 |
| TechnoserveTechnoServe works with enterprising people in the developing world to build competitive farms, businesses, and industries. | Arlington, VA | $7K | 2022 |
| Union For Concerned ScientistsUnion for Concerned Scientists tackles some of the hardest problems facing humanity with the commitment and urgency they require. We work to improve the human condition, help communities build resilience, and support and restore thriving natural ecosystems. We fight back when safeguards are sacrificed for private profit, and we persevere until we achieve our goals. | Cambridge, MA | $7K | 2022 |
| Save The ChildrenSave the Children believes every child deserves a future. In the U.S. and around the world, we give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. We do whatever it takes for children - every day and in times of crisis - transforming their lives and the future we share. | Fairfield, CT | $7K | 2022 |
| Seeds Of PeaceWe are dedicated to the pursuit of peaceful change in communities divided by conflict. We recognize that there are many possible paths to peace. We do not prescribe or advocate for particular political solutions, nor are we affiliated with any political party or religious institution. Our Seeds and Educators are at the heart of everything we do, as it is their realities and futures that are most affected by the conflicts that define their lives. They hold a wide range of beliefs and opinions on | New York, NY | $7K | 2022 |
| Heifer Internationalwe work to end hunger and poverty in partnership with the communities we serve. Our programs support entrepreneurs around the world, creating lasting change from the ground up. | Little Rock, AR | $7K | 2022 |
| Partnership For The HomelessThe Partnership for the Homeless is committed to building a just and equitable society and creating lasting community change through solution-oriented programs and policy initiatives that will eliminate the root causes of homelessness. | New York, NY | $6K | 2022 |
| United Way Of NycTo help mobilize our communities to break down barriers and build opportunities that improve the lives of low-income New Yorkers for the benefit of all. | New York, NY | $6K | 2022 |
| Feeding Americahe Feeding America network is the nation's largest domestic hunger-relief organization, working to connect people with food and end hunger. Donors, staff, and volunteers all play an important role in our efforts to end hunger in the United States. | Chicago, IL | $5K | 2022 |
| Doctors Without BoardersAn independent, global movement providing medical aid where its needed most. Founded to save lives and speak out, MSF has treated tens of millions of people since 1971 | New York, NY | $16K | 2020 |