Michael Stars Foundation
Historical FunderHawthorne, California · EIN 20-1935967 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SUZANNE LERNER |
|---|---|
| Address | 12955 S CHADRON AVE NO 1, HAWTHORNE CA 90250 |
| Phone | 3102637375 |
| Form and materials | WRITTEN |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
30% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edward Charles Fdn | Beverly Hills, CA | Charity | $50,000 |
| Step Up Women's Network | Los Angeles, CA | Charity | $25,000 |
| Children Mending Hearts | Toluca Lake, CA | Charity | $10,000 |
| Plan C C O Natl Womens Health | San Francisco, CA | Charity | $10,000 |
| Era Coalition Fund for Womens | Washington, DC | Charity | $10,000 |
| Baby 2 Baby | Los Angeles, CA | Charity | $10,000 |
| Social Good | Toluca Lake, CA | Charity | $10,000 |
| Culture Club of S Bay | West Hollywood, CA | Charity | $5,000 |
| Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun | Washington, DC | Charity | $5,000 |
| Win Summit LLC | New York, NY | Charity | $5,000 |
| Culture Club South Bay | Los Angeles, CA | Charity | $5,000 |
| Beloved Asheville | Asheville, NC | Charity | $5,000 |
| Ps I Love You Foundation | Redondo Beach, CA | Charity | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $152,500 | 13 |
| 2023 | $148,492 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed May 6, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202511269349100921
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-1935967
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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