Private foundation · EIN 23-7288650 · Long Beach, California · Housing

American Gold Star Manor

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 8 grants paid, $27K total, median $3,487. 25% of grants stayed in California.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
8
$27K
Median grant
$3,487
Stays in CA
25%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$64M

About this foundation

American Gold Star Manor is a private grantmaking foundation in Long Beach, California, tax-exempt since 1974. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does American Gold Star Manor accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does American Gold Star Manor give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $27K across 8 grants, a median of $3,487.

Where does American Gold Star Manor give?

California (2 grants), Arizona (2 grants), Pennsylvania (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.

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