Sterner Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyAbilene, Kansas · EIN 48-0847407 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$305K
Organizations funded2
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$6.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $285,000.
From the return
How to apply
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
0% of grants went outside Kansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Kansas Free Fair | Abilene, KS | Ckff beef barns, tables and chairs | $285,000 |
| Historic Abilene Inc | Abilene, KS | Pavilion enhancements,education cent | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $305,000 | 2 |
| 2024 | $277,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $215,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641359349101069
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 48-0847407
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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