Stardog Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stardog Foundation is a private foundation in Sacramento, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $53,593 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,573 and the largest $31,164. 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$53,593
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,573
- Largest grant$31,164
- Assets$665,733
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $51,147 the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $51,147 | 19 | $665,670 |
| 2024 | $53,593 | 7 | $665,733 |
How to apply
Stardog 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 Stardog Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $31,164 |
| California | 6 | $22,429 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boy Scouts of America | General Contribution | $31,164 |
| Golden Empire Council - Boy Scouts | General Contribution | $15,330 |
| Interfaith Food Ministry | General Contribution | $2,575 |
| South Sacramento Interfaith Food Cl | General Contribution | $2,573 |
| San Diego Imperial Valley Council B | General Contribution | $1,036 |
| Southern Sierra Council BSA | General Contribution | $515 |
| Tucker Mesker Foundation | General Contribution | $400 |
Officers and trustees
- Rebecca Mesker
Questions people ask
Does Stardog Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stardog Foundation give?
$53,593 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,573.
Who runs Stardog Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rebecca Mesker (Trustee).
What does Stardog Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and food and hunger.