MJD Starfish Foundation
Preselected recipients only
MJD Starfish Foundation is a private foundation in Plano, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $500,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$500,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$12.3 million
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2024 was down from $557,000 the year before.
77% 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 | $557,000 | 12 | $11.4 million |
| 2024 | $500,000 | 19 | $12.3 million |
How to apply
MJD Starfish 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 MJD Starfish Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 15 | $399,000 |
| Missouri | 2 | $66,000 |
| New York | 1 | $25,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Medical Center Foundatio | Supporting Children's Health | $200,000 |
| Lift for Life Foundation Inc | Towards The Bruce Schneider Memorial Fund | $50,000 |
| The Commit Partnership | Towards the Opportunity 2040 Fund for poverty alleviation for citizens of Dallas County | $50,000 |
| Comunities Foundation of Texas | Towards The Dardick Family Fund | $40,500 |
| American Friends of Natal Inc | Towards mental health programs in Israel | $25,000 |
| Grant Halliburton Foundation | General operating support | $25,000 |
| The Commit Partnership | Supporting education programs | $25,000 |
| Lift for Life Foundation Inc | Towards the Fulfillling Our Promise Campaign | $16,000 |
| Greenlight Fund Inc | Towards community and local initiatives | $10,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Project Unity | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Hope's Door New Beginning Center | General operating support | $7,500 |
| Jonathan's Place | General operating support | $7,500 |
| Camp John Marc | General operating support | $5,000 |
| June Shelton School Evaluation Cent | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Mi Escuelita Preschool Inc | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Shiloh Place McKinney | General operating support | $5,000 |
| One Tribe Foundation | General operating support | $2,500 |
| A Sisters Legacy | General operating support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael W Dardick
- Jill D Dardick
- Jeffrey Dardick
Questions people ask
Does MJD Starfish Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does MJD Starfish Foundation give?
$500,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs MJD Starfish Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael W Dardick (Pres/Treas/Dir), Jill D Dardick (VP/Sec/Director) and Jeffrey Dardick (Director).
What does MJD Starfish Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and education.