Arizona Eastern Star Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Arizona Eastern Star Foundation is a private foundation in Phoenix, Arizona. In tax year 2025 it gave $194,742 in 42 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $44,200. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$194,742
- Number of grants42
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$44,200
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $130,000 the year before.
55% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $163,500 | 36 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $130,000 | 33 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $194,742 | 42 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Arizona Eastern Star Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Arizona Eastern Star Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 33 | $132,300 |
| California | 1 | $44,200 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,142 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $2,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $2,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carsdisabled American Veterans | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $44,200 |
| Grand CHPT of Arizona Oes - Scholar | Provide aid and assistance for the needy members of the order of the eastern star through financial assistance and scholarships. Services are available to members of the order of the eastern star. The organization exercised expenditure responsibility over the recipient by obtaining regular reports regarding the uses of the funds and monitoring the activites supported with the funds. | $13,000 |
| Ryan House | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $10,000 |
| Arizona Food Bank Network | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $10,000 |
| Operation 132 | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Bullhead City | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $8,000 |
| Matthew 25 Prison Ministry Inc | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $7,000 |
| Individual | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $5,100 |
| Daughters of the Nile Foundation | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $5,000 |
| Amaranth Diabetes Foundation | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $5,000 |
| Prescott Area Shelter Services | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $5,000 |
| Power Paws Assistance Dogs Inc | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $5,000 |
| Youth on Their Own | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $5,000 |
| Break the Cycle Jam 35 Inc | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $5,000 |
| Individual | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $4,000 |
| Individual | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $4,000 |
| All on Board | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $3,500 |
| Old Pueblo Knitters Guild | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $3,000 |
| Individual | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $3,000 |
| Veterans Helping Veterans Inc | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $3,000 |
| Southern Az Center Against Sexual A | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $3,000 |
| Help in Healing Home Foundation | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $3,000 |
| Family First Care Center Diaper | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $2,500 |
| Time Out Inc | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $2,500 |
| Individual | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $2,142 |
| Rob Morris Home Foundation Inc | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $2,000 |
| United Cerebral Palsy of Central Az | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $2,000 |
| Individual | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $2,000 |
| Bread of Life Missions Inc | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $2,000 |
| Corrections in the Community | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $2,000 |
| Grand CHPT of Az Oes for Gen Grand | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $2,000 |
| Society of St Stephens | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $2,000 |
| Individual | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $1,500 |
| Individual | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $1,500 |
| Purple Heart Combat Wounded Veteran | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $1,500 |
| The Funding Studiosupport Life Musi | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $1,500 |
| Aid to Adoption of Special Kids | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $1,500 |
| American Cancer Society | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $1,000 |
| Individual | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $1,000 |
| Northland Family Help Center | Provide funding to support the general operations of the recipient, including assistance to the indigent population, support of research and education, and support of the childrens programs. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Marc Ciccarone
- Debbie Rasberry
- Shin Anderson
- Kathy Lindstrom
- Rick Tanner
- Donna Dicola
- Gilbert Marriott
Questions people ask
Does Arizona Eastern Star Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arizona Eastern Star Foundation give?
$194,742 in tax year 2025, across 42 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Arizona Eastern Star Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marc Ciccarone (President), Debbie Rasberry (Vice President), Shin Anderson (Secretary) and Kathy Lindstrom (Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Arizona Eastern Star Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and youth programs.