Starfish Animal Rescue
Starfish Animal Rescue is a Los Angeles, California, public charity that supports efforts to help abandoned dogs in kill shelters find permanent, responsible, loving homes. It was formed in 2007.
Starfish Animal Rescue at a glance
In short: Starfish Animal Rescue gave $266K across 23 grants in 2024 (avg $12K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $265,965
- Grants made (2024)
- 23
- Average grant
- $11,564
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $25,376
- Primary geography
- California (80% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Starfish Animal Rescue
- Contact
Mailing address: 2699 12 N Beachwood Drive 4194, Los Angeles, CA 90068-2339
Phone: (323) 327-7998
Website: https://starfishrescue.me
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Starfish Animal Rescue funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Take Me Home Rescue ($30K). Together the top 10 received $183K.
Grant Size Distribution
23 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 23 grants of 23 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 80% of grant dollars went to recipients in California, 8% to Oregon, 6% to Arizona, 5% to New York, and 2% to Hawaii.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 23 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 23 grants totaling $266K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Take Me Home Rescue Santa Monica, CA | — | $29,920 |
| The Real Bark Los Angeles, CA | — | $23,470 |
| Find My Dog A Home San Diego, CA | — | $20,000 |
| Harbin Shs Animal Rescue Corp San Diego, CA | — | $20,000 |
| Dawg Squad Los Angeles, CA | — | $19,970 |
| Ghetto rescue Anaheim, CA | — | $19,930 |
| Born Again Pitbull Rescue Sherwood, OR | — | $15,000 |
| Old Souls Rescue Tucson, AZ | — | $15,000 |
| Angels For Animals Los Angeles, CA | — | $10,000 |
| Cameron Dog Foundation Los Angeles, CA | — | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25,376 | $310,000 | $305,974 | $265,965 | 23 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Starfish states that its mission is to help abandoned dogs in kill shelters find permanent and responsible loving homes, and that it supports and works with other reputable rescues aligned with its vision and standards.
Its 2024 grants included organizations whose own stated missions cover animal rescue and medical assistance, rehabilitation and rehoming, cat trap-neuter-return and colony resources, stray-dog rescue and spay-and-neuter programs, and a safety net for homeless pets. For example, The Real Bark describes providing rescue services and medical assistance to homeless and in-need animals; Harbin SHS Animal Rescue describes rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming domestic animals affected by neglect, abuse, and abandonment; and Stray Paws Animal Haven describes work to reduce stray populations through services including TNR, spay/neuter, and education.
Grantmaking
In 2024, Starfish awarded 23 grants totaling $265,965. Grants ranged from $3,000 to $29,920, with a median grant of $10,000.
Among the largest awards were $29,920 to Take Me Home Rescue, $23,470 to The Real Bark, $20,000 each to Find My Dog A Home and Harbin SHS Animal Rescue, $19,970 to Dawg Squad, and $19,930 to Ghetto Rescue. Other listed grants included $15,000 each to Born Again Pitbull Rescue and Old Souls Rescue, and $10,000 each to Angels For Animals, Cameron Dog Foundation, Heaven On Earth, and MidCity Cats LA.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Chela Landau as President and Chandler Bootchk as Secretary and Financial Officer.
Starfish Animal Rescue is led by Chela Landau, President on the 2024 filing; none of the 2 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Chela Landau
President
New on the 2024 filing
20 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chandler Bootchk
Secreatry & Financial Officer
New on the 2024 filing
10 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Starfish Animal Rescue
How much does Starfish Animal Rescue give each year?
Starfish Animal Rescue gave $266K across 23 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
What is Starfish Animal Rescue's typical grant size?
Starfish Animal Rescue's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $11,564, across 23 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Starfish Animal Rescue give grants?
Starfish Animal Rescue gives mostly in California: 80% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were Oregon (8%) and Arizona (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Los Angeles, CA (8 grants) and San Diego, CA (2 grants).
Who are Starfish Animal Rescue's largest grantees?
Starfish Animal Rescue's largest 2024 grantees include Take Me Home Rescue ($29,920), The Real Bark ($23,470) and Find My Dog A Home ($20,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 28% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Starfish Animal Rescue?
Starfish Animal Rescue reported $25K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $310K.
What does Starfish Animal Rescue fund?
Starfish states that its mission is to help abandoned dogs in kill shelters find permanent and responsible loving homes, and that it supports and works with other reputable rescues aligned with its vision and standards. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Starfish Animal Rescue?
Starfish Animal Rescue has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check starfishrescue.me for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Starfish Animal Rescue's EIN?
Starfish Animal Rescue's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-8663331. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS April 17, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2024
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