Private foundation · EIN 33-6373514 · Stockton, California · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Charles & Violet Stenson 1994 Tr 01051994 07102007

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 4 grants paid, $242K total, median $54K. 100% of grants stayed in California.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
4
$242K
Median grant
$54K
Stays in CA
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$2.5M

Grants paid in 2025

4 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
University of California - DavisDavis, CAEducational$121K
St Marys Interfaith Community ServicesStockton, CACharitable$85K
Hutchins Street Square FoundationLodi, CACharitable$24K
United Congregational ChurchLodi, CACharitable$12K

About this foundation

Charles & Violet Stenson 1994 Tr 01051994 07102007 is a private grantmaking foundation in Stockton, California, administered in care of Bank of Stockton Ex, tax-exempt since 2008. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does Charles & Violet Stenson 1994 Tr 01051994 07102007 accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Charles & Violet Stenson 1994 Tr 01051994 07102007 give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $242K across 4 grants, a median of $54K.

Where does Charles & Violet Stenson 1994 Tr 01051994 07102007 give?

California (4 grants), per its latest filing.

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