Stars End Ventures
Preselected recipients only
Stars End Ventures is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $41,010 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$41,010
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$168,055
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $37,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $17,008 | 3 | $423,906 |
| 2024 | $37,000 | 3 | $608,182 |
| 2025 | $41,010 | 4 | $168,055 |
How to apply
Stars End Ventures 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
What Stars End Ventures funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania. It also paid $6,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania | Educational support charitable contribution | $30,000 |
| The Harker School | Public charity school | $5,000 |
| Khalsa Aid | Humanitarian aid | $5,000 |
| Khalsa Aid | Humanitarian aid | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ekta Sahasi
Questions people ask
Does Stars End Ventures accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stars End Ventures give?
$41,010 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Stars End Ventures?
Its 2025 filing lists Ekta Sahasi (Director).
What does Stars End Ventures fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.