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Morning Star Family Foundation is a private corporation based in DALLAS, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. The principal officer is Mary E Mcstay. It holds total assets of $2M. Annual income is reported at $1.6M. Total assets have decreased from $6.5M in 2011 to $2M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Texas. According to available records, Morning Star Family Foundation has made 132 grants totaling $4.8M, with a median grant of $15K. Annual giving has grown from $539K in 2020 to $1.3M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $3M distributed across 68 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $360K, with an average award of $36K. The foundation has supported 39 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Texas, Florida, Arkansas, which account for 99% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$13K
Average Grant
$17K
Largest Grant
$50K
Based on 34 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Morning Star Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 132 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX, FL, AR.
Morning Star Family Foundation has distributed a total of $4.8M across 132 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $36K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $360K.
Morning Star Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Morning Star Family Foundation is headquartered in DALLAS, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Judge Mcstay | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ellen Mcstay | TRUSTEE/PRES | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Dee Howell | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$2M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$1.9M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
132
Total Giving
$4.8M
Average Grant
$36K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
39
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The WellGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Our Calling IncGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $359K | 2023 |
| Highland Park Presbyterian ChurchGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $320K | 2023 |
| St Philip'S SchoolGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $65K | 2023 |
| Dallas Leadership FoundationGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $40K | 2023 |
| Act - Advocate For Community TransformationGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $40K | 2023 |
| The Salvation Army Women'S Auxiliary Fashion Show & LuncheonGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $30K | 2023 |
| Mercy Street Ministries West DallasGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| West Dallas Community SchoolGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Voice Of HopeGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $25K | 2023 |
| Wilkinson CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $24K | 2023 |
| The Ark GroupGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Oasis CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Camp John MarcYOUTH PROGRAMS | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Austin Street CenterGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Behind Every DoorGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| Brother Bill'S Helping HandGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $20K | 2023 |
| The StewpotGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Interfaith Family ServiceGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Services Of HopeGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Bwf ProjectGENERAL OPERATING | Hawkins, TX | $15K | 2023 |
| Council For LifeGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $12K | 2023 |
| Carecenter MinistriesGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Youth Believing In ChangeGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Student MobilizationGENERAL OPERATING | Conway, AR | $10K | 2023 |
| Southwestern Medical FoundationSTUDENT SCHOLARSHIPS | Dallas, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Union Gospel MissionGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| CitysquareGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $10K | 2023 |
| Genesis Women'S ShelterGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $9K | 2023 |
| Cru MinistryGENERAL OPERATING | Orlando, FL | $5K | 2023 |
| The Men Of NehemiahGENERAL OPERATING | Dallas, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| Grace Bible FellowshipGENERAL OPERATING | Hico, TX | $5K | 2023 |
| National Sports Center For The DisabledGENERAL OPERATING | Denver, CO | $5K | 2023 |