John F Stern Tua Dtd 5-1-87
Historical FunderLenox, Massachusetts · EIN 04-6571295 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $600 and $2,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | Sarah Basile |
|---|---|
| Address | 25B MAIN STREET, LENOX MA 01240 |
| Phone | 8558434716 |
| Form and materials | STANDARD PREPRINTED APPLICATION FORM SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT |
| Deadlines | 30 DAYS PRIOR TO AWARD |
| Restrictions | GRADUATING STUDENTS PURSUING A 4 YEAR COLLEGE DEGREE MAJORING IN EITHER PHYSICAL EDUCATION OR PHYSICAL THERAPY |
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
60% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell College | New London, CT | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Lehigh University | Bethlehem, PA | Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Berkshire Medical Center Inc Program Development | Pittsfield, MA | General purpose | $1,000 |
| Stockbridge Housing Authority Andrea Lindsay | Stockbridge, MA | General purpose | $600 |
| The Salvation Army | West Nyack, NY | General purpose | $400 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,000 | 5 |
| 2024 | $6,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642609349100124
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 04-6571295
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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