Good Start Foundation
Invitation OnlyPlano, Texas · EIN 27-2983295 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$5.1M
Organizations funded7
Typical grant$722,869
Total assets$48.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $120,000 and $888,667.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
28% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pathways Adult Learning Center | Tulsa, OK | Contribution for property purchase. | $2,000,000 |
| The Agape Clinic | Dallas, TX | Contribution for dental clinic operational support / initial setup expenses. | $888,667 |
| The Agape Clinic | Dallas, TX | Contribution for dental clinic operational support. | $774,880 |
| Cornerstone Assistance Network Inc | Fort Worth, TX | Contribution for dental clinic program oerational support. | $722,869 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | College Station, TX | Contribution for dental clinic operational support. | $450,000 |
| Visiting Nurse Association of Texas | Dallas, TX | Contribution for "meals on wheels" program. | $120,000 |
| Pathways Adult Learning Center | Tulsa, OK | Contribution for operating funds (challenge grant). | $100,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,056,416 | 7 |
| 2023 | $1,441,617 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 9, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202512829349101066
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-2983295
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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