Elaine Feld Stern Charitable Tr
Historical FunderIndependence, Missouri · EIN 43-6354470 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$126K
Organizations funded50
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$3.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $3,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | ELAINE FELD STERN CHARITABLE TRUST |
|---|---|
| Address | 4200 LITTLE BLUE PARKWAY, INDEPENDENCE MO 64057 |
| Phone | 8163585000 |
| Form and materials | LETTER DESCRIBING THE NEED, PURPOSE, PROGRAM AND PROOF OF THE ORGANZIATION'S ELIGIBILITY FOR TAX EXEMPT CONTRIBUTIONS. THE AMOUNT SOUGHT AND TIME WHEN CONTRIBUTION NEEDED. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | CONTRIBUTIONS TO 501C3 ORGS. DOES NOT MAKE CONTRIBUTIONS TO INDIVIDUALS. WHERE SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AWARDEDTO EDUCATIONAL INST., INST. SELECTS RECIPIENT. DOES NOT FUND TAX SUPP. INS |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
34% of grants went outside Missouri.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Red Cross | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $17,000 |
| Harvesters the Community Food Network | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $7,000 |
| Kc Pet Project | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $6,000 |
| Mocsa | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $4,000 |
| Jackson County Casa | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $4,000 |
| Women's Employment Network | Kansas City, KS | Unrestricted gift | $4,000 |
| Bach Aria Soloists | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $4,000 |
| Starlight Theatre Assoc of Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $4,000 |
| New Horizon Ranch Inc | Rantoul, KS | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Kansas City Community Gardens | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Pawsperity | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| The Humane Society of Greater Kansas | Kansas City, KS | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Pets for Life Inc | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Rose Brooks Center Inc | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Critter House Kc | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Paralyzed Veterans of America | Washington, DC | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Child Protection Center | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Warriors' Best Friend Foundation | Liberty, MO | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Legal Aid of Western Missouri | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Wildwood Outdoor Education Center Inc | LA Cygne, KS | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Cornerstones of Care | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Kansas City Hospice Foundation | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Gordon Parks Elementary School | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | Overland Park, KS | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City | Overland Park, KS | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Mattie Rhodes Center | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Drumm Farm Center for Children | Independence, MO | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Children's Mercy Hospital | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Inclusion Connections | Olathe, KS | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Village Shalom | Overland Park, KS | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| The Sewing Labs | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Ethan's Smile Foundation | LA Conner, WA | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Janus of Santa Cruz | Santa Cruz, CA | Unrestricted gift | $1,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Topeka, KS | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Camp Courage | Kansas City, MO | Unrestriced gift | $1,000 |
| Rescues for Education Inc | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Hope House | Lees Summit, MO | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| School of Economics | Blue Springs, MO | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Youth Volunteer Corps | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Kansas City Autism Training Ctr | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| National World War I Museum | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Greater Kansas City | Kansas City, KS | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| On Angel's Wings | Springfield, MO | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Pilots to the Rescue | Brooklyn, NY | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Growing Futures | Overland Park, KS | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Soar Special Needs | Lenexa, KS | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Monterey County Rape Crisis Center | Monterey, CA | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Kc Common Good | Kansas City, MO | Unrestricted gift | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $126,000 | 50 |
| 2024 | $99,000 | 41 |
| 2023 | $132,000 | 42 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601959349100415
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-6354470
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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