Ad Astra Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ad Astra Foundation is a private foundation in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 32 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $516,667. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$516,667
- Assets$11.3 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $600,250 the year before.
46% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $600,250 | 33 | $10.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 32 | $11.3 million |
How to apply
Ad Astra 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 Ad Astra Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oklahoma.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 30 | $1.0 million |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Unrestricted | $516,667 |
| Casady Performing Arts Complex | Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| OK Blood Institute | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| University of Central Oklahoma | Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| Cimarron Opera | Opera theater camp 2024 | $26,000 |
| Canterbury Voices | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Painted Sky Opera | 2024 productions | $25,000 |
| Brightmusic Chamber Ensemble | Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Scissortail Park | Scissortail park concerts 2024 | $15,000 |
| Boy Scouts of American National Fou | Sea base | $10,000 |
| Last Frontier Council | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma Zoological Society | Zoo travel with cheetah conservation fund | $10,000 |
| Oklahoma Zoological Society | Okc zoo gala | $7,870 |
| OCCC Foundation | Music scholarships | $7,500 |
| OK Council of Public Affairs | Citizenship award dinner 4/24/2024 | $7,000 |
| Cheetah Conservation Fund | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma Arts Institute | 2024 summer arts institute scholarships | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma Youth Orchestra | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Nichols Hills United Methodist Chur | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| OK Council of Public Affairs | Improve the future of oklahoma | $5,000 |
| Oklahoma City Museum of Art | Renaissance ball - 09/06/2024 | $3,000 |
| Ladies Music Club of OKC | 2024 music scholarship competition | $2,000 |
| Last Frontier Council | E c joullian distinguished citizen award - pat rooney | $1,000 |
| Tinker Top 3 | 10/18/2024 | $1,000 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $800 |
| OKC Memorial Museum | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Individual | Celebration of hope gala | $500 |
| Science Museum Oklahoma | Elemental ball - 4/13/2024 | $500 |
| Wildcare Foundation | Unrestricted | $250 |
| OETA Foundation Inc | Unrestricted | $200 |
| OKC Philharmonic | Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Alice Sias Pippin
- Phil Pippin
- Richard Pippin
- Philip Pippin
- John Pippin
Questions people ask
Does Ad Astra Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ad Astra Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Ad Astra Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alice Sias Pippin (President), Phil Pippin (Treasurer), Richard Pippin (Board Member) and Philip Pippin (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Ad Astra Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.