The Stars Foundation of Thurston County
Historical FunderOlympia, Washington · EIN 91-2084967 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,000 and $29,200.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | JENNIFER FOLEY |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 6385, OLYMPIA WA 98507 |
| Phone | 3605283701 |
| Form and materials | REQUEST STATING INTENT WITH COPY OF IRS DETERMINATION LETTER, GRANT APPLICATION AND FINANCIAL RECORDS. |
| Deadlines | CONSIDERED UPON RECEIPT. |
| Restrictions | GRANTS ARE GENERALLY LIMITED TO YOUTHS IN AND AROUND THE COUNTY. |
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
0% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Thurston County | Tumwater, WA | Support for youth programs and annual kids campaign for kids | $200,000 |
| Hands on Children's Museum | Olympia, WA | Paddle raise to support creation of a treehouse exhibit. | $29,200 |
| Providence Southwest Washington Foundation | Olympia, WA | General operations | $29,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters | Olympia, WA | General operations | $6,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $264,200 | 4 |
| 2023 | $297,200 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 19, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522629349100707
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 91-2084967
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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