The Lodestar Foundation
Phoenix, Arizona · EIN 204480084 · Private foundation
The Lodestar Foundation is a private foundation based in Phoenix, Arizona. Its indexed IRS Form 990-PF summary (FY2020) reports $886K in grants paid and $192K in total assets. Bespoke Grants tracks 172 individual grants from this funder — $4.6M awarded across 2020–2024 — including its support for arts & culture. This public overview includes selected grant examples.
What The Lodestar Foundation funds
The Lodestar Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, civil rights & social justice, community improvement, domestic violence, education, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, women girls, youth pop.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Community Foundation General & Unrestricted | Phoenix, AZ | $425K | 2023 |
| Arizona Community Foundation General & Unrestricted | Phoenix, AZ | $200K | 2024 |
| Core Researching the topic of philanthrocapitalism | Potomac, MD | $150K | 2024 |
How to apply for funding from The Lodestar Foundation
The Lodestar Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about The Lodestar Foundation
- Does The Lodestar Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Lodestar Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Lodestar Foundation fund?
- The Lodestar Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Example recipients include Arizona Community Foundation, Core. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Lodestar Foundation give in grants?
- The Lodestar Foundation reported $886K in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.6M over 172 grants.
- Where is The Lodestar Foundation located?
- The Lodestar Foundation is based in Phoenix, Arizona. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 204480084.
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