Starr Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Starr Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Desert, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $3,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $2,000. 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$3,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$60,323
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $3,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $3,000 | 2 | $53,282 |
| 2024 | $3,000 | 2 | $57,036 |
| 2025 | $3,000 | 2 | $60,323 |
How to apply
Starr Family 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 Starr Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Institute | Discretionary | $2,000 |
| Duke Cancer Institute | Discretionary | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Allan Starr
- Aaron Starr
Questions people ask
Does Starr Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Starr Family Foundation give?
$3,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Starr Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Allan Starr (President an) and Aaron Starr (Vice Preside).
What does Starr Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.