The Starke Foundation
Historical FunderRichmond, Virginia · EIN 54-6038056 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | RUSSELL F STARKE II |
|---|---|
| Address | 9800 MAYLAND DRIVE, RICHMOND VA 23233 |
| Phone | 8046733810 |
| Russ@rfs2.com | |
| Form and materials | LETTER INDICATING NATURE OF ORGANIZATION'S ACTIVITIES AND FINANCIAL NEEDS |
| 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
33% of grants went outside Virginia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second Baptist Church | Richmond, VA | General purpose | $90,000 |
| Charity Water | Hagerstown, MD | General purpose | $50,000 |
| YMCA of Greater Richmond | Richmond, VA | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Longwood University Foundation | Farmville, VA | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Univerity of Richmond Advancement Systems | Univerity of Richmond, VA | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Dysautonomia International | East Moriches, NY | General purpose | $11,220 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $251,220 | 6 |
| 2023 | $4,300 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 21, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202530529349100603
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 54-6038056
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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