Star Foundation Inc is located in Norwalk, CT. The organization was established in 1993. According to its NTEE Classification (P80) the organization is classified as: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Star Foundation Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2022, Star Foundation Inc generated $508.2k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 27.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $287.7k during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 11.6% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO DIRECT GRANTS TO VARIOUS NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS FOR USE IN THEIR ACTIVITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE $12,500 IN GRANTS WERE AWARDED AS FOLLOWS: $2,500 TO THE ARC OF CONNECTICUT - HARVEST OF HOPE (PLATINUM SPONSORSHIP) AND $10,000 TO THE WESTPORT BOOK SALE VENTURES, INC. EMPLOYMENT TRAINING PROGRAM GRANT.
THE STAR FOUNDATION SENT CHECKS TOTALING $31,391 TO EMPLOYEES OF STAR, INC. FOR TUITION REIMBURSEMENT.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Denis Donegan Board Member | Trustee | 0.3 | $0 |
John Danaher Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0.3 | $0 |
Katie Banzhaf Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 0.3 | $0 |
Mickey Herbst President | OfficerTrustee | 0.3 | $0 |
Peter Saverine Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.3 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $381,448 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $9,136 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $381,448 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $51,385 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $75,353 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $508,186 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $12,500 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $31,391 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $9,000 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $102,500 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $24,511 |
| Fees for services: Other | $49,300 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,308 |
| Office expenses | $345 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $287,663 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $85,049 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $531,043 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $15,383 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,532,820 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $3,164,295 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $40,472 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $40,472 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $87,869 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $3,035,954 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $3,164,295 |
Over the last fiscal year, Star Foundation Inc has awarded $17,500 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
STAR INC LIGHTING THE WAY PURPOSE: GENERAL FUNDS | $10,000 |
WESTPORT BOOK SALE VENTURES INC PURPOSE: BOOK SHOP PROJECT | $7,500 |