The Robert S & Star Pepper Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robert S & Star Pepper Foundation is a private foundation in Rosevvile, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $725,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $37,500 and the largest $300,000. 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$725,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$37,500
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$847,407
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $576,000 the year before.
10% 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 | $655,000 | 12 | $1.9 million |
| 2024 | $576,000 | 15 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $725,000 | 10 | $847,407 |
How to apply
The Robert S & Star Pepper 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $525,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $90,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Marshall Foundation for Comm Health | General | $300,000 |
| Mercy Foundation | Education | $100,000 |
| Powerhouse Ministries | Ministries | $100,000 |
| The Leadership Institute | General | $100,000 |
| Heritage Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| America First Legal | General | $25,000 |
| Hoover Institute | General | $15,000 |
| Judicial Watch | General | $15,000 |
| Human Coalition | General | $10,000 |
| Pacific Legal Foundation | General | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert S Pepper
- Star Pepper
- Kimberly Foss
Questions people ask
Does The Robert S & Star Pepper Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robert S & Star Pepper Foundation give?
$725,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $37,500.
Who runs The Robert S & Star Pepper Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert S Pepper (Ceo), Star Pepper (President) and Kimberly Foss (Secretary).