Starker Foundation
Accepts applications
Starker Foundation is a private foundation in Cleveland, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $199,679 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $153,311. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$199,679
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$153,311
- Assets$0
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $164,007 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $179,755 |
| 2025 | $199,679 | 3 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Starker Foundation Email Contact Only, Bloomington, IN 47408 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (216) 272-7202 |
| What to submit | Cv and two letters of recommendation. As well as, video recording of one work from each of the following seven categories: 1. One unaccompanied cello suite by j.s. Bach. 2. Pre-classical or classical concerto chosen from designated composers. 3. Romantic or 20th century concerto chosen from designated composers. 4. Unaccompanied work chosen from designated composers. 5. Cell/piano work chosen from designated composers. 6. Virtuoso work chosen from designated composers 7. Post 1975 work |
| Deadlines | Cv and two letters: 1/1-4/15 - even years only video: if accepted, 10/1 - even years only |
| Restrictions | One recipient award granted biannually. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Starker Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Ohio. It also paid $35,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 2 | $164,679 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Starker Foundation Inc | Transfer to ohio corporation | $153,311 |
| Individual | Bi-annual grant winner | $35,000 |
| Starker Foundation Inc | Transfer to ohio corporation | $11,368 |
Officers and trustees
- Gwen Preucil
- Alexandra Preucil
- Nicole Preucil
- Rafael Figueroa
- Elaine Martone
- Jee-Won Oh
- Angnes Buchbinder
- Charles Webb
- Jason Dolan
Questions people ask
Does Starker Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Cv and two letters: 1/1-4/15 - even years only video: if accepted, 10/1 - even years only.
How much does Starker Foundation give?
$199,679 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs Starker Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gwen Preucil (President), Alexandra Preucil (Vice President), Nicole Preucil (Board Member) and Rafael Figueroa (Board Member) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Starker Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.