Astar Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Astar Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Lawrence, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $173,942 in 95 grants; the typical grant was $360 and the largest $40,230. 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$173,942
- Number of grants95
- Typical grant$360
- Largest grant$40,230
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was up from $141,250 the year before.
59% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $70,907 | 66 | $966,878 |
| 2022 | $141,167 | 118 | $964,448 |
| 2023 | $141,250 | 134 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $173,942 | 95 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Astar Foundation Inc 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 Astar Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to New York. It also paid $100 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 54 | $121,018 |
| New Jersey | 18 | $21,586 |
| Ohio | 2 | $11,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $8,158 |
| Florida | 4 | $6,640 |
| Maryland | 3 | $2,508 |
| California | 3 | $1,700 |
| Illinois | 3 | $425 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $268 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shor Yoshuv Institute | General support | $40,230 |
| Congregation Kneseth Israel | General support | $24,700 |
| Jewish Heritage Center | General support | $15,518 |
| Aish Hatorah of Cleveland | General support | $10,000 |
| Project Inspire | General support | $10,000 |
| Scranton Hebrew Day School | General support | $6,250 |
| Supporters of Torah | General support | $5,000 |
| Mosdos Botoshan | General support | $3,652 |
| Yeshiva Ktana Jerusalem | General support | $3,600 |
| Joy | General support | $2,860 |
| Al Kanfei Nisharim | General support | $2,650 |
| Pef Israel Endowment | General support | $2,480 |
| Congregation Khal Mevakshei Hashem | General support | $2,333 |
| Chofetz Chaim Heritage | General support | $2,180 |
| Yeshiva Beth Moshe School | General support | $1,908 |
| Chesed Fund Limited | General support | $1,893 |
| Ohr Meir Ubracha | General support | $1,860 |
| Congregation Pischai Shearim | General support | $1,800 |
| Congregation Shaar | General support | $1,800 |
| Heim Chayeinu | General support | $1,800 |
| Orlando Torah Academy | General support | $1,800 |
| Shavei Hevron | General support | $1,800 |
| Charidy | General support | $1,500 |
| Agudath Israel | General support | $1,272 |
| Hidabroot Corp | General support | $1,200 |
| National Council of Young Israel | General support | $1,099 |
| Cki Special Fund | General support | $1,000 |
| Colel Chabad | General support | $1,000 |
| The Next | General support | $1,000 |
| Beer Miriam | General support | $900 |
| Congregation Bais Shalom | General support | $860 |
| Imrei Yosef Kolel | General support | $750 |
| Mishmeres Hasholom | General support | $750 |
| Yad L'achim | General support | $660 |
| Abir Yaakov | General support | $540 |
| Momentum Unlimited | General support | $515 |
| American Friends of Torat | General support | $500 |
| Catskills Hatzalah | General support | $500 |
| CHAIM4EVER | General support | $500 |
| Congregation Kehilas Jacob | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Esther Stahler
- Alan Stahler
- Ruki Renov
- Sol Packer
Questions people ask
Does Astar Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Astar Foundation Inc give?
$173,942 in tax year 2024, across 95 grants, with a typical grant of $360.
Who runs Astar Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Esther Stahler (Pres/Tres/Dir), Alan Stahler (Pres/Tres/Dir), Ruki Renov (Secy/Dir) and Sol Packer (Dir).
What does Astar Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.