Private foundation · EIN 47-2596890 · Fullerton, California · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Stephens Family Foundation

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: 7 grants paid, $600K total, median $20K. 57% of grants stayed in California.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
7
$600K
Median grant
$20K
Stays in CA
57%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$10M

Grants paid in 2025

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

RecipientPurposeAmount
California Masonic FoundationSan Francisco, CAProvide educational opportunities$450K
Wounded WarriorJacksonville, FLProvide comfort to injured veterans$50K
St Jude Childrens Research HospitalMemphis, TNProvide help hope and opportunity to needy$50K
Wtls Womens ShelterOrange, CAHelp individueal escape domestic violence$20K
Gary Sinise FoundationNashville, TNSupport veterans and first responders in need$10K
Los Angeles MissionLos Angeles, CAProvide services to those in need$10K
Strength in SupportLaguna Hills, CAProvide mental health services to veterans$10K

By state: California 4 · Tennessee 2 · Florida 1

About this foundation

Stephens Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Fullerton, California, administered in care of Ronald L Stephens, tax-exempt since 2015. 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 Stephens Family Foundation 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 Stephens Family Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $600K across 7 grants, a median of $20K.

Where does Stephens Family Foundation give?

California (4 grants), Tennessee (2 grants), Florida (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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