White Star Education Foundation
Preselected recipients only
White Star Education Foundation is a private foundation in Burkburnett, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $529,351 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $121,680 and the largest $194,369. 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$529,351
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$121,680
- Largest grant$194,369
- Assets$8,566
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was down from $752,487 the year before.
20% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 3 | $79,229 |
| 2024 | $752,487 | 6 | $78,773 |
| 2025 | $529,351 | 5 | $8,566 |
How to apply
White Star Education 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 White Star Education Foundation funds
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Katalyst Education - Poland | The mission of katalyst education is based on the principles of open education resources and utilizing digital technology, to facilitate a level playing field for all students in poland and ukraine by developing digital education tools and providing services and solutions to enable optimal use of such tools. | $194,369 |
| Openstax Poland | To support access to free digital texbooks for polish and ukraninian students. | $158,376 |
| Katalyst Education | The mission of katalyst education is based on the principles of open education resources and utilizing digital technology, to facilitate a level playing field for all students in poland and ukraine by developing digital education tools and providing services and solutions to enable optimal use of such tools. | $121,680 |
| Katalyst Engineering | To implement "gotta get engineering" program for k12 schools which implements 3d printers, 3d scanners and hands-on science kits to integrate engineering design and 3d printing technology with core academic knowledge in science, math, biology, and art, with the aim to stimulate the development of important skills such as problem solving, collaboration, communication, clear and critical thinking while developing core academic knowledge. | $49,745 |
| White Star Foundation | To inspire, grow and nurture foundations that help level the playing field for children facing adversity by providing increased access to the same resources as their more advantaged peers in order to enhance their learning, health, future opportunities and over-all well-being. | $5,181 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian Patterson
- Ivan Sacks
Questions people ask
Does White Star Education Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does White Star Education Foundation give?
$529,351 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $121,680.
Who runs White Star Education Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Brian Patterson (Director) and Ivan Sacks (Assistant Secretary).
What does White Star Education Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and science and research.