Stern Academy Inc
Stern Academy Inc is a public charity based in Ambler, Pennsylvania. Formed in 2005, it provides needs-based scholarships for religious education, supporting eligible students attending Jewish day schools in the Philadelphia area and elsewhere in Pennsylvania.
Stern Academy Inc at a glance
In short: Stern Academy Inc gave $370K across 11 grants in 2026 (avg $34K), mostly in Pennsylvania. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $370,429
- +15.5% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 11
- +22.2% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $33,675
- -5.5% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $18,350
- Total assets
- $310,929
- +324.4% vs 2025
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (91% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2026; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Stern Academy Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 1484 Schirra Drive, Ambler, PA 19002
Phone: (215) 901-4322
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Stern Academy Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Cheder Chabad of Philadelphia ($86K). Together the top 8 received $248K.
Organizations only. It also paid 3 individual scholarships ($122,839), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
47 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 29 grants of 47 (62%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization’s stated mission refers to residents of the greater Philadelphia area. Its 2025 filing describes scholarships for eligible students attending Jewish day schools in the Philadelphia area and throughout Pennsylvania, with recipient families required to reside in Pennsylvania. In 2026, 91% of grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania, 5% to New York, and 4% to Connecticut.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
Cities
How Stern Academy Inc gives
- Giving fell 75% from 2023 to 2026. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $321K (2025) to $1.5M (2023). In 2026 it made 11 grants totaling $370K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 3 individual scholarships Recipients not named | — | $122,839 |
| Cheder Chabad of Philadelphia Bryn Mawr, PA | Education- Scholarships | $86,100 |
| Congregation Bais Menachem Canadensis, PA | Education- Scholarships | $46,600 |
| Chabad Garden School Fort Washington, PA | Education- Scholarships | $35,000 |
| Chabad of the Main Line Merion Station, PA | Education- Scholarships | $32,000 |
| Politz Hebrew Academy Philadelphia, PA | Education - Scholarships | $18,350 |
| Abrams Hebrew Academy Yardley, PA | Education - Scholarships | $16,000 |
| Congregation Beth Solomon ELC Philadelphia, PA | Education - Scholarships | $8,000 |
| Beth Rivkah Schools Brooklyn, NY | Education - Scholarships | $5,540 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $310,929 | $624,300 | $386,629 | $370,429 | 11 |
| 2025 | $73,258 | $384,100 | $350,252 | $320,752 | 9 |
| 2024 | $39,410 | — | $470,425 | $459,565 | 6 |
| 2023 | $509,835 | $1,792,500 | $1,464,272 | $1,459,932 | 15 |
| 2022 | $181,607 | $455,020 | $728,500 | $728,400 | 6 |
| 2021 | $455,087 | $455,100 | $13 | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization’s stated mission is “to provide needs-based school scholarships for religious education services to all members of the Jewish faith who reside in the greater Philadelphia area.” Its filing describes scholarships for eligible students in pre-K and grades K–12 attending Jewish day schools.
The supported schools describe a range of educational programs. An individual recipient - Philadelphia says it educates boys and girls from nursery through eighth grade in Jewish and general studies. Politz Hebrew Academy describes its work as providing an Orthodox day-school education for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Abrams Hebrew Academy says it aims to develop students’ educational skills and understanding of their Jewish and American heritage. Associated Beth Rivka School for Girls describes itself as a private educational institution serving students from pre-K through high school.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, Stern Academy reported 11 grants totaling $370,429. Grant amounts ranged from $5,540 to $95,000, with a median of $18,350. The grants were reported for education scholarships.
Among the listed grants were $86,100 to an individual recipient in Bryn Mawr, $46,600 to Congregation Bais Menachem in Canadensis, $35,000 to Chabad Garden School in Fort Washington, $32,000 to Chabad of the Main Line in Merion Station, and $18,350 to Politz Hebrew Academy in Philadelphia. The filing also lists grants to individual recipients.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists Shalom Deitsch as president and Devorah L Deitsch and Zushe Gurevitz as directors.
Stern Academy Inc is led by Shalom Deitsch, President on every filing since 2021; none of the 3 officers listed in 2026 report compensation.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Shalom Deitsch
President
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Devorah L Deitsch
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Zushe Gurevitz
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Stern Academy Inc
How much does Stern Academy Inc give each year?
Stern Academy Inc gave $370K across 11 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990. In 2025 it gave $321K across 9 grants.
What is Stern Academy Inc's typical grant size?
Stern Academy Inc's median grant in 2026 was $18,350, and its average grant was $33,675, across 11 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990.
Where does Stern Academy Inc give grants?
Stern Academy Inc gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 91% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Philadelphia, PA (2 grants).
Does Stern Academy Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2026: none of the 11 grants with a stated purpose on Stern Academy Inc's 2026 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Education - Scholarships" (11 grants).
Who are Stern Academy Inc's largest grantees?
Stern Academy Inc's largest 2026 grantees include Cheder Chabad of Philadelphia ($86,100), Congregation Bais Menachem ($46,600) and Chabad Garden School ($35,000), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990. It also paid 3 individual scholarships ($122,839), which are not listed by name. Together they received 45% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Stern Academy Inc?
Stern Academy Inc reported $311K in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $624K.
What does Stern Academy Inc fund?
The organization’s stated mission is “to provide needs-based school scholarships for religious education services to all members of the Jewish faith who reside in the greater Philadelphia area.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Stern Academy Inc?
Stern Academy Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Stern Academy Inc's EIN?
Stern Academy Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-3732384. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS March 20, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS July 22, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS August 14, 2025)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 18, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Stern Academy Inc funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 13, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/stern-academy-inc-morg_4899c843826f4b178bd86dc698df9b0a
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