Star Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Star Family Foundation is a private foundation in Miami, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $470,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$470,000
- Assets$33.4 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.0 million the year before.
78% 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 | $950,000 | 4 | $26.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 5 | $32.2 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 9 | $33.4 million |
How to apply
Star 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 Star Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 1 | $470,000 |
| Rhode Island | 4 | $460,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $250,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Community Foundation | General purposes | $470,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Chicago | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Newport County | General purpose | $200,000 |
| Audrain Automobile Museum Inc | General purpose | $110,000 |
| MLK Community Center Inc | General purposes | $100,000 |
| Northwestern University | General purpose | $50,000 |
| National Defense University Foundation | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Newport Hospital Foundation Inc | General purpose | $50,000 |
| University of Miami | General purpose | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James A Star
- Jonathan Star
- Rachel H Star
- Stephanie C Star
- Bob Peck
Questions people ask
Does Star Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Star Family Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Star Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James A Star (President/Secretary), Jonathan Star (Director), Rachel H Star (Director) and Stephanie C Star (Vice President/Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Star Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, youth programs and education.