Darren Star Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Darren Star Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $360,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$360,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $494,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $387,000 | 13 | $5.2 million |
| 2024 | $494,000 | 13 | $6.2 million |
| 2025 | $360,000 | 7 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Darren Star 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 Darren Star Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $295,000 |
| New York | 3 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project Angel Food | Capital Campaign for Project Angel Food | $250,000 |
| Hamptons International Film Festival Inc | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles | Charitable Event | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation Council of Greater Los Angeles | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| National Rehabilitation Hospital Inc | Charitable Event | $15,000 |
| Trinity Episcopal Schools Corporation | Trinity fund | $15,000 |
| Family Equality | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Darren B Star
Questions people ask
Does Darren Star Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Darren Star Foundation give?
$360,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Darren Star Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Darren B Star (Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does Darren Star Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.