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Morning Star Foundation is a private corporation based in WOODLAND, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2014. The principal officer is Chris J Rufer. It holds total assets of $18.6M. Annual income is reported at $6.2M. Total assets have grown from $45K in 2013 to $18.6M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of science & technology. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. According to available records, Morning Star Foundation has made 3 grants totaling $680K, with a median grant of $220K. The foundation has distributed between $200K and $260K annually from 2020 to 2022. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2021 with $260K distributed across 1 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $200K to $260K, with an average award of $227K. Grant recipients are concentrated in Texas. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
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 Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of science & technology. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 3 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in TX.
Morning Star Foundation has distributed a total of $680K across 3 grants. The median grant size is $220K, with an average of $227K. Individual grants have ranged from $200K to $260K.
Morning Star Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Morning Star Foundation is headquartered in WOODLAND, CA.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Rufer | PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Todd Rufer | TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Karrie Rufer | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
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Total Assets
$18.6M
Fair Market Value
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Net Worth
$18.5M
Grants Paid
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Contributions
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Net Investment Income
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Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
3
Total Giving
$680K
Average Grant
$227K
Median Grant
$220K
Unique Recipients
1
Most Common Grant
$200K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Talent UnboundRESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF SCHOOLING CONCEPTS | Houston, TX | $200K | 2022 |