EIN 36-3575698

Sterling Schools Foundation

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
0
City
Sterling
Year formed
1989
Most recent tax filings
2024-06-01
NTEE code, primary
Description
The Sterling Schools Foundation promotes excellence by funding innovative projects for Sterling Unit #5 School District and supports Centennial Auditorium.
Total revenues
$1,559,586
2024
Total expenses
$1,836,322
2024
Total assets
$7,690,825
2024
Num. employees
0
2024

Program areas at Sterling Schools Foundation

Auditorium operations - centennial auditorium is located on the campus of Sterling high school, which is part of the Sterling public school system. The Sterling Schools Foundation raised the funds to build the auditorium in 1998 and continues to fund all operational expenses at the facility, including upkeep, maintenance, utilities, and staff. This is an ongoing program and served 15,000 people this year.
Golden warrior tv program provides live video coverage of Sterling public Schools sporting events, concerts, ceremonies, etc. Revenue is generated from subscription and advertising sales. Number served 1,000.
Shs atheletic booster club provides as needed financial assistance to Sterling high school athletic programs and athletes. Served 453 students.
Additional programs include gw baseball club, a+ initiative, academic booster club, blue & gold program, tools & technology program, & others. These programs serve students & alumni of the Sterling school system.

Who funds Sterling Schools Foundation

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Dillon FoundationTo Support Education/instruction$108,805
Pritzker Pucker Family FoundationGeneral Operating Support$30,000
Texas Instruments FoundationDonations To Colleges, Universities and Other Organizations Under "matching Gifts Program."$100

Financials for Sterling Schools Foundation

RevenuesFYE 06/2024
Total grants, contributions, etc.$919,735
Program services$4,675
Investment income and dividends$298,753
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$8,239
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$117,655
Net income from fundraising events$22,047
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$63,276
Miscellaneous revenues$125,206
Total revenues$1,559,586
Data update history
July 4, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2024
July 3, 2025
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
June 29, 2025
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
April 21, 2025
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $108,805 from Dillon Foundation
January 3, 2025
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $30,000 from Pritzker Pucker Family Foundation
Nonprofit Types
Grantmaking organizationsSchoolsHeadquarter / parent organizationsCharities
Issues
Education
Characteristics
Provides grantsFundraising eventsState / local levelEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringProvides scholarshipsTax deductible donationsNo full-time employeesAccepts online donations
General information
Address
510 E Miller Rd
Sterling, IL 61081
County
Whiteside County, IL
Website URL
sterlingschoolsfoundation.org/s/1203/16/start.aspx 
Phone
(815) 626-0022
IRS details
EIN
36-3575698
Fiscal year end
June
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1989
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
B84: Alumni Associations
NAICS code, primary
813211: Grantmaking Foundations
Parent/child status
Central organization
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