Upstart Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Upstart Foundation is a private foundation in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $27,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $12,000. 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$27,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$651,328
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $11,500 the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $10,500 | 7 | $420,800 |
| 2023 | $11,500 | 7 | $554,088 |
| 2024 | $27,000 | 8 | $651,328 |
How to apply
Upstart 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 6 | $14,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $12,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Foundation for Women | General | $12,000 |
| Lowcountry Orphan Relief | General | $3,000 |
| Hibben United Methodist Church | General | $2,500 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | General | $2,500 |
| East Cooper Community Outreach | General | $2,000 |
| Lowcountry Food Bank | General | $2,000 |
| Reading Partners | General | $2,000 |
| Children's Organ Transplant Association | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Suzanne Musikantow-Holster
- Lauren Sanders
- Elizabeth Tam
Questions people ask
Does Upstart Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Upstart Foundation give?
$27,000 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Upstart Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Suzanne Musikantow-Holster (President, Secretary, & Treasurer), Lauren Sanders (Director) and Elizabeth Tam (Director).