The Marc & Eva Stern Foundation
Historical FunderLos Angeles, California · EIN 33-0220467 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | MARC I STERN |
|---|---|
| Address | 865 S FIGUEROA ST STE 1800, LOS ANGELES CA 90017 |
| Phone | 2132440744 |
| Form and materials | NON-SCHOLARSHIP GRANTS: INFORMAL OR LETTER FORM ALBERT B. STERN SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS: IN ADDITION TO COMPLETING THE VINELAND HIGH SCHOOL LOCAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION, APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A TRANSCRIPT, AND A LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION FROM A TEACHER OR COUNSELOR. APPLICATIONS MUST ALSO SUBMIT A 50 WORD OR LESS STATEMENT CONCERNING THEIR INTEREST AND CAREER GOALS, AND HOW THEIR GOALS RELATE TO AGRICULTURE. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | ALBERT B. STERN SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS ARE LIMITED TO GRADUATING SENIORS AT VINELAND HIGH SCHOOL (VINELAND, NEW JERSEY) WHO PLAN TO CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION BY STUDYING AGRICULTURE IN COLLEGE. FIRST PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO A STUDENT IN AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES OR BUSINESS AND AGRONOMY. STUDENTS INTERESTED IN ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES OR LIFE SCIENCES MAY ALSO APPLY. THE AMOUNT OF THE SCHOLARSHIP IS $2,500 PER YEAR FOR UP TO 4 YEARS. |
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
70% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanderbilt University | Nashville, TN | Education | $95,044 |
| Dickinson College | Carlisle, PA | Education | $50,000 |
| Greater LA Zoo Association (Glaza) | Los Angeles, CA | Animals welfare | $15,000 |
| Big Green | Denver, CO | Community services | $11,500 |
| Tuff University | Medford, MA | Education | $10,000 |
| Bridge Entertainment Labs | Boulder, CO | Education | $10,000 |
| The Kennedy Center - Wno | Washington, DC | Performing arts | $10,000 |
| Channel Island Park Foundation | Ventura, CA | Community services | $5,000 |
| Mlk Community Health Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | Community services | $5,000 |
| Opera America | New York, NY | Performing arts | $5,000 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($10,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $226,544 | 14 |
| 2023 | $1,726,577 | 24 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 5, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533099349101528
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-0220467
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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