The Fran & Ray Stark Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Fran & Ray Stark Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.7 million in 51 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $983,337. 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$3.7 million
- Number of grants51
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$983,337
- Assets$72.3 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.7 million 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 | $2.7 million | 50 | $67.1 million |
| 2024 | $3.7 million | 51 | $72.3 million |
How to apply
The Fran & Ray Stark 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 The Fran & Ray Stark Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 36 | $3.3 million |
| Connecticut | 1 | $250,000 |
| New York | 10 | $151,300 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $35,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $8,700 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles County Museum of Art | Preservation and promotion of art in the community | $983,337 |
| University of Southern California | Medical programs, research, education and disease prevention | $800,000 |
| Academy Foundation | Preservation and promotion of theatrical and performing arts in the community | $500,000 |
| Connecticut College | Educational institutions and programs | $250,000 |
| The Willows Community School | Educational institutions and programs | $235,000 |
| Hammer Museum | Preservation and promotion of art in the community | $229,850 |
| Homeboy Industries | Programs and resources for formerly gang involved and recently incarcerated men and women | $105,000 |
| Los Angeles LGBTQ Center | Educational institutions and programs | $75,000 |
| Museum of Contemporary Art | Preservation and promotion of art in the community | $50,000 |
| Museum of Modern Art - Annual Fund | Preservation and promotion of art in the community | $50,000 |
| Los Angeles Nomadic Division | Preservation and promotion of art in the community | $30,000 |
| Library of America | General support | $25,000 |
| Motion Picture and Television Fund | Preservation and promotion of theatrical and performing arts in the community | $25,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | Medical programs, research, education and disease prevention | $25,000 |
| Foundation for Art & Preservation in Embassies | Preservation and promotion of art in the community | $20,000 |
| Museum of Modern Art - Intl Council | Preservation and promotion of art in the community | $20,000 |
| Uc Regents | General support | $17,400 |
| Childrens Hospital Los Angeles | Medical programs, research, education and disease prevention | $15,000 |
| Tate Americas Foundation | Preservation and promotion of art in the community | $15,000 |
| The Fulfillment Fund | Educational institutions and programs | $15,000 |
| The John Thomas Dye School | Educational institutions and programs | $15,000 |
| The Kennedy Center | Preservation and promotion of theatrical and performing arts in the community | $15,000 |
| Friends of Fai | General support | $12,000 |
| The Music Center | Preservation and promotion of theatrical and performing arts in the community | $10,800 |
| Cedars-Sinai Women's Guild | General support | $10,000 |
| Center Theatre Group | General support | $10,000 |
| Children's Institute Inc | Treatment and prevention of child abuse and neglect | $10,000 |
| Circle of Children Preschool | Educational institutions and programs | $10,000 |
| Hearst Castle Preservation Foundation | Programs for historic preservation | $10,000 |
| House Institute Foundation | Medical programs, research, education and disease prevention | $10,000 |
| La Philharmonic | General support | $10,000 |
| Marlborough School | Educational institutions and programs | $10,000 |
| Serpentine Americas Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| The Colleagues | Treatment and prevention of child abuse and neglect | $10,000 |
| UCLA School of Theater Film and Television | Educational institutions and programs | $10,000 |
| Whitney Museum of American Art | Preservation and promotion of art in the community | $10,000 |
| Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine | Medical programs, research, education and disease prevention | $10,000 |
| Children's Diabetes Foundation | General support | $8,700 |
| California Institute of the Arts | Preservation and promotion of art in the community | $5,000 |
| Harvard-Westlake School | Educational institutions and programs | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wendy Stark Morrissey
- Anita Rosenstein
- Herbert Allen
- Bonnie Grey
- Allison Gorsuch
Questions people ask
Does The Fran & Ray Stark Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Fran & Ray Stark Foundation give?
$3.7 million in tax year 2024, across 51 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Fran & Ray Stark Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Wendy Stark Morrissey (Director), Anita Rosenstein (Director), Herbert Allen (Director) and Bonnie Grey (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Fran & Ray Stark Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.