The Tribute STEM Foundation
The Tribute STEM Foundation is a private foundation focused on Education, based in The Colony, TX. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2023. In 2023, it awarded 1 grant totaling $1K.
The Tribute STEM Foundation at a glance
In short: The Tribute STEM Foundation gave $1K across 1 grant in 2023 (avg $1K), mostly in Texas. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $1,274
- Grants made (2023)
- 1
- Average grant
- $1,274
- Median grant
- $1,274
- Primary geography
- Texas (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated September 2026.
Who The Tribute STEM Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was The Little Elm ISD Education Foundation ($1K).
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2023 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $1K (2023) to $7K (2021). In 2023 it made 1 grant totaling $1K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Little Elm ISD Education Foundation Little Elm, TX | Funds donated to provide STEM resources that enrich teaching, inspire learning, and maximize innovative opportunities so that students in LEISD can realize their full potential. | $1,274 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $1,323 | $1,274 | 1 | $3,920 |
| 2022 | $1,323 | $49 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $1,372 | $7,070 | $7,000 | 1 | $7,000 |
| 2020 | $8,442 | $70 | — | — | — |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Tribute STEM Foundation is led by Keith A Vesper, President on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Keith A Vesper
President
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "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 The Tribute STEM Foundation
How much does The Tribute STEM Foundation give each year?
The Tribute STEM Foundation gave $1K across 1 grant in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is The Tribute STEM Foundation?
The Tribute STEM Foundation is a private foundation focused on Education, based in The Colony, TX.
Where does The Tribute STEM Foundation operate?
The Tribute STEM Foundation has awarded grants in Texas.
What is The Tribute STEM Foundation's EIN?
The Tribute STEM Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-5392215. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
Live grants for the work The Tribute STEM Foundation funds
Education Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Creative Impact Grants $500 - $2,500 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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