Astera Institute
Preselected recipients only
Astera Institute is a private foundation in Berkeley, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $83.3 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $18.9 million and the largest $45.5 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$83.3 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$18.9 million
- Largest grant$45.5 million
- Assets$2.6 billion
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $2.0 billion |
| 2024 | $83.3 million | 4 | $2.6 billion |
How to apply
Astera Institute 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $45.5 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $36.2 million |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1.5 million |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Renaissance Charitable Foundation | General support | $45.5 million |
| Charityvest Inc | Support exempt purpose | $36.2 million |
| Prime Coalition Inc | General support | $1.5 million |
| Standford University | Standford university development | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jed McCaleb
- Caitlin Hall
- Anika Gupta
Questions people ask
Does Astera Institute accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Astera Institute give?
$83.3 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $18.9 million.
Who runs Astera Institute?
Its 2024 filing lists Jed McCaleb (President), Caitlin Hall (Chief Executive Officer) and Anika Gupta (Chief Operations Officer).