Good Start Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Good Start Foundation is a private foundation in Plano, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.1 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $722,869 and the largest $2.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$5.1 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$722,869
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$48.5 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
40% 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 | $1.4 million | 5 | $48.8 million |
| 2024 | $5.1 million | 7 | $48.5 million |
How to apply
Good Start 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 Good Start Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 5 | $3.0 million |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $2.1 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pathways Adult Learning Center | Contribution for property purchase. | $2.0 million |
| The Agape Clinic | Contribution for dental clinic operational support / initial setup expenses. | $888,667 |
| The Agape Clinic | Contribution for dental clinic operational support. | $774,880 |
| Cornerstone Assistance Network Inc | Contribution for dental clinic program oerational support. | $722,869 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | Contribution for dental clinic operational support. | $450,000 |
| Visiting Nurse Association of Texas | Contribution for "meals on wheels" program. | $120,000 |
| Pathways Adult Learning Center | Contribution for operating funds (challenge grant). | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- M J Peak
- Martha P Rochelle
- Sandra A Flanagan
- Debbie Rau
- Teri Mayhew
Questions people ask
Does Good Start Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Good Start Foundation give?
$5.1 million in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $722,869.
Who runs Good Start Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists M J Peak (Director and President), Martha P Rochelle (Director and Secretary), Sandra A Flanagan (Director and Treasurer) and Debbie Rau (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Good Start Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.