Brendalyn and Ernest Stempel Foundation
Invitation OnlyNew York, New York · EIN 30-6015902 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $50,000.
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On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
66% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Africa Foundation | Johannesburg, SF | Clef undergraduate trade schoolbursaries & post grad students | $320,000 |
| Herschel School for Girls | Claremont, SF | Existing scholarship fund/ existing endowment fund for future scholarships | $250,000 |
| African Solutions to African Problems | Kenilworth, SF | General support | $105,000 |
| Lalela Children's Charity | Cape Town, SF | Current art outreach projects | $50,000 |
| American Friends of Masterworks Inc-Museum of Bermuda Art | Hamilton, BD | Designated art lessons and education for young art lovers to attend classes at masterworks. | $25,000 |
| Bishops Diocesan College | Cape Town, SF | Existing scholarship fund/ existing endowment fund for future scholarships | $25,000 |
| Operation Smile | Virginia Beach, VA | Support for operation smile in south africa | $25,000 |
| Ruth Prowse Art School | Cape Town, SF | General support | $25,000 |
| South Africa Limited Childrens Hospital | Johannesburg, SF | General support | $25,000 |
| Cultiver - Resolve Inc | Washington, DC | General support | $20,000 |
| Young Audiences Arts for Learning | New York, NY | Ongoing support for musical programs | $15,000 |
| Steps Charity Npc | Cape Town, SF | General support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $895,000 | 12 |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $942,000 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601329349103090
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 30-6015902
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026 · Report a mistake
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