Morning Star Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Morning Star Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.0 million in 36 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $540,000. 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$2.0 million
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$540,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 33 | $4.7 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 36 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Morning Star Family 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 Morning Star Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 34 | $2.0 million |
| Arkansas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Leadership Foundation | General operating | $540,000 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian Church | General operating | $520,250 |
| Our Calling Inc | General operating | $360,000 |
| St Philip's School | General operating | $65,250 |
| The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary Fashion Show & Luncheon | General operating | $55,000 |
| Act - Advocate for Community Transformation | General operating | $50,000 |
| Mercy Street Ministries West Dallas | General operating | $35,000 |
| The Well | General operating | $25,000 |
| Voice of Hope | General operating | $25,000 |
| West Dallas Community School | General operating | $25,000 |
| Wilkinson Center | General operating | $25,000 |
| Camp John Marc | Youth programs | $20,250 |
| Austin Street Center | General operating | $20,000 |
| Behind Every Door | General operating | $20,000 |
| Brother Bill's Helping Hand | General operating | $20,000 |
| Oasis Center | General operating | $20,000 |
| The Ark Group | General operating | $20,000 |
| BWF Project | General operating | $15,000 |
| Interfaith Family Service | General operating | $15,000 |
| The Stewpot | General operating | $15,000 |
| Services of Hope | General operating | $15,000 |
| Council for Life | General operating | $11,500 |
| The Men of Nehemiah | General operating | $10,250 |
| Carecenter Ministries | General operating | $10,000 |
| Citysquare | General operating | $10,000 |
| Genesis Women's Shelter | General operating | $10,000 |
| Student Mobilization | General operating | $10,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | General operating | $10,000 |
| Youth Believing in Change | General operating | $10,000 |
| Kershaw's Challenge | General operating | $9,200 |
| Cru Ministry | General operating | $5,000 |
| Grace Bible Fellowship | General operating | $5,000 |
| Scholarshot Inc | General operating | $5,000 |
| Thrive Women's Clinic | General operating | $5,000 |
| Dallas Theological Seminary | General operating | $500 |
| Grafted Life Ministries | General operating | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Ellen McStay
- Judge McStay
- Dee Howell
Questions people ask
Does Morning Star Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Morning Star Family Foundation give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Morning Star Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ellen McStay (Trustee/Pres), Judge McStay (Trustee) and Dee Howell (Trustee).
What does Morning Star Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.