Brightstar Foundation is a private foundation focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in ARROYO GRANDE, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2023. In 2023, it made $694 in qualifying distributions.
Financial Overview
From 2023 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Revenue
—
Qualifying Distributions
$694
Expenses
$694
About Brightstar Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Brightstar Foundation is a private foundation focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in ARROYO GRANDE, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2023. In 2023, it made $694 in qualifying distributions.
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Grant Distribution by State
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2023 | 2021 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | — | $47,799 | $50,324 |
| Revenue | — | $142,880 | $156,870 |
| Expenses | $694 | $145,405 | $112,155 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $694 | $145,405 | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | $3,600 | $749 |
Giving Over Time
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Grant Insights
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Top Recipients
Top 0 recipients in 2023
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
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No grants recorded for 2023.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2023 IRS filing
From 2023 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIANA L BEAUDRY | CEO, PRES. | 1 | — |
| TIFFANY JACOBSON | SECRETARY | — | — |
| KRISTOPHER COUCH | TREASURER | — | — |
Subject Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brightstar Foundation?
Brightstar Foundation is a private foundation focused on Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking, based in ARROYO GRANDE, CA. It holds — in total assets as of 2023.
Where does Brightstar Foundation operate?
Brightstar Foundation has awarded grants in California, Indiana.
What is Brightstar Foundation's EIN?
Brightstar Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-3636398. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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