Shooting Star Museum
Preselected recipients only
Shooting Star Museum is a private foundation in Devine, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $100 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $100. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$100
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$100
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $250 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $50 | 1 | $319,260 |
| 2024 | $250 | 1 | $189,364 |
| 2025 | $100 | 1 | $0 |
How to apply
Shooting Star Museum 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 Shooting Star Museum funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Women's University Foundation | To support Texas Women University | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Marge Balazs
- Judy Johnson
- Carol Walsh
- Patricia Wegner
Questions people ask
Does Shooting Star Museum accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shooting Star Museum give?
$100 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Shooting Star Museum?
Its 2025 filing lists Marge Balazs (President), Judy Johnson (Vice President), Carol Walsh (Director) and Patricia Wegner (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Shooting Star Museum fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.