Starpatch Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Starpatch Foundation is a private foundation in Saint Louis, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $515,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$515,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$40.0 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 2 | $40.0 million |
How to apply
Starpatch 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 Starpatch Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Ohio | 1 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scripps College | General support | $1.0 million |
| Fidelity Charitable Gift Fund & Pif | General support | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey M McDonnell
- Jennifer C McDonnell
- Madeline C McDonnell
- Emily C McDonnell-Maayan
- Gabriel E McDonnell-Maayan
Questions people ask
Does Starpatch Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Starpatch Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $515,000.
Who runs Starpatch Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeffrey M McDonnell (Trustees), Jennifer C McDonnell (Trustees), Madeline C McDonnell (Trustees) and Emily C McDonnell-Maayan (Trustees) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Starpatch Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.