What STAR Network does

STAR Network Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2022 by Dr. Jamie Huysman and headquartered in Venice, United States. The organization supports STARs — Survivors of Toxic Abusive Relationships — through a platform of interconnected programs built around the founder's proprietary TAR (Toxic Abusive Relationships) framework. Core programs include TAR Anon, a free anonymous worldwide peer-led support fellowship for CPTSD recovery; TAR Tales, a survivor storytelling platform hosted at tartales.org; TAR Dojo, a partner-curated e-learning platform covering emotional health and family resilience; and NorthSTAR, a turnkey trauma-informed workplace resilience program positioned to bridge traditional EAP services with everyday employee wellness. All consumer-facing programs are offered completely free of charge.

The underlying technology is a conventional web-based ecosystem combining virtual support group delivery, a content/storytelling CMS, self-paced course infrastructure, and an organizational program delivery channel — with no disclosed AI/ML or proprietary model components. Distribution is global and digital-first, anchored by social channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn), monthly newsletter, articles, and an annual virtual summit (Scars to STARs Summit) that in 2026 attracted participants from more than 60 countries.

The organization is donation-funded, with no disclosed earned revenue, paid tiers, or enterprise contracts despite the NorthSTAR B2B channel. In 2026 STAR Network formally integrated PACEs Connection, a 69,000-member global network spanning 500 chapters, materially expanding its community footprint and institutional visibility. Strategic partnerships include World Vision International, The Kennedy Forum, Harvard, Baylor, Claremont Graduate University, Gallup, SHRM, Psych-Hub, and CTIPP, positioning the organization across behavioral health, faith-based, academic, and HR ecosystems.

Name

STAR Network

Legal name

STAR Network Foundation, Inc.

Website

https://starnetwork.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

STAR Network Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides free, trauma-informed peer support, storytelling, e-learning, and workplace wellness programs to survivors of toxic abusive relationships globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Trauma Recovery & Mental Health Peer Support Services

NAICS

Voluntary Health Organizations (813212), Civic and Social Organizations (813410), Social Advocacy Organizations (8133)

SIC

Services-Health Services (8000), Services-Social Services (8300)

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Social Justice & Human Rights Grantmaking Foundations (BPAGAKAN)

Keywords

• Trauma-informed peer support
• CPTSD recovery programs
• Narcissistic abuse support
• Workplace resilience programs
• ACEs awareness education

Headquarters

HQ city

Venice

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, STAR Network Foundation relies on donations from individuals, organizations, and philanthropists to fund its free programs including TAR Anon support groups, TAR Tales platform, Scars to STARs Summit, and NorthSTAR workplace program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

STAR Network Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that operates a free, trauma-informed ecosystem for survivors of Toxic Abusive Relationships (TARs), centered on its proprietary TAR framework. Core offerings include TAR Anon (anonymous peer-led virtual support groups), TAR Tales (survivor storytelling platform), NorthSTAR (workplace resilience program for organizations), and TAR Dojo (online courses), all addressing CPTSD, ACEs, and narcissistic abuse recovery at no cost to participants.

Product overview

STAR Network is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation dedicated to supporting STARs (Survivors of Toxic Abusive Relationships). The organization operates a platform of interconnected programs centered around TAR Anon, a peer-led anonymous support group model for CPTSD recovery from toxic abusive relationships. Supporting programs include TAR Tales (a storytelling platform for survivor narratives), NorthSTAR (an organizational workplace resilience program), TAR Dojo (an online learning platform with partner-created courses), and Scars to STARs Day (an annual awareness event). The ecosystem also incorporates PACEs Connection, a 69,000-member global ACEs network integrated in 2026.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• TAR Anon: A safe, nonjudgmental, and anonymous worldwide program dedicated to providing emotional regulation, co-regulation, and healing from CPTSD, offering peer-led support for survivors of toxic abusive relationships.
• TAR Tales
• NorthSTAR
• Scars to STARs Day (STARs Day)
• TAR Dojo

Products and services

• TAR Anon A free, anonymous worldwide peer-led support fellowship that provides emotional regulation, co-regulation, and healing from Complex PTSD (CPTSD) for survivors of Toxic Abusive Relationships (TARs). Participants join virtual support group meetings to break narcissistic bonds and find community.
• TAR Tales A free online storytelling platform (tartales.org) where survivors share their truth and personal stories of living with and emerging from psychological war stemming from narcissistic abuse, organized by categories including Men, Women, Family, LGBTQ+, Worksite, Caregiving, and more.
• NorthSTAR A trauma-informed, turnkey workplace resilience program for organizations that bridges the gap between common workplace issues, employees' daily wellness, and traditional Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services. Delivers emotional support and heart-centered interventions to reduce burnout for employees, managers, and their families.
• TAR Dojo A free online e-learning platform that brings together self-paced, accessible courses created in partnership with aligned organizations. Offers training in emotional health, family support, early development, and community resilience.
• Scars to STARs Summit An annual free virtual event commemorating Mental Health Awareness Month every May, addressing attachment disorders and narcissistic abuse through trauma-informed recovery, with the 2026 edition drawing participants from more than 60 countries.

Quantifiable outcome

• 69,000+ members served through PACEs Connection network
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and minor.

• PACEs ConnectioncoreStrategic or Co-development Partner69,000-member global network spanning 500 chapters, being formally integrated into STAR Network ecosystem. PACEs Connection is a community for those affected by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
• The Kennedy ForumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBehavioral health advocacy organization led by former Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy, promoting mental health and addiction treatment reform.
• World Vision InternationalflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-host of Global Summit 2026: Fostering Hope for Children, bringing together scholars, faith leaders, and policymakers.
• Society for Global FlourishingflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-host of Global Summit 2026 alongside Harvard University, Baylor University, Claremont Graduate University, and Gallup.
• Chrysalis HealthminorOthersBehavioral healthcare organization supporting trauma-informed care initiatives.
• CaronminorOthersAddiction treatment center providing behavioral health and trauma recovery resources.
• CHC (Caron, Clearbrook, and others)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBehavioral healthcare organization network supporting recovery and trauma-informed programming.
• SHRMminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSociety for Human Resource Management supporting NorthSTAR workplace wellness initiatives.
• CTIPP (Campaign for Trauma-Informed Policy and Practice)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdvocacy organization promoting trauma-informed policies and practices across systems.
• Richard GrannoncoreOthersSTAR Network International Ambassador, Spartan Life Coach and narcissistic abuse recovery expert providing content and community leadership.
• Family Preservation AllianceminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization advocating for families affected by parental alienation and toxic relationships.
• NASW (National Association of Social Workers)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProfessional organization supporting social workers in trauma-informed practice.
• Harvard UniversityflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding partner of Global Summit 2026: Fostering Hope for Children.
• Baylor UniversityflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding partner of Global Summit 2026 on child and family flourishing.
• Claremont Graduate UniversityflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding partner of Global Summit 2026 on child and family flourishing.
• GallupflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding partner of Global Summit 2026 contributing well-being research and analytics.
• United Way BrowardminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity services organization supporting local trauma recovery initiatives.
• Ashley TreatmentminorOthersBehavioral health treatment center supporting addiction and trauma recovery.
• TurnbridgeminorOthersAddiction treatment and mental health services provider.
• The RetreatminorOthersMental health and wellness retreat services.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): Largest U.S. grassroots mental health nonprofit with peer-led support groups, education programs, and advocacy. Competes for donor dollars and survivor mindshare in adjacent categories like trauma and PTSD.
• Mental Health America: Established community-based mental health nonprofit with screening tools, peer support, and workplace programs. Direct overlap with NorthSTAR's enterprise wellness positioning and CPTSD screening content.
• The Jed Foundation: Nonprofit protecting youth and young adult emotional health, including on college campuses. Comparable workplace and education-channel strategy, plus a similar mix of free programs and donor funding.
• American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP): Large voluntary health organization funding suicide prevention research, education, and survivor support. Comparable donation-funded model, survivor-support programs, and advocacy orientation.
• RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network): Largest U.S. anti-sexual-violence nonprofit operating a national survivor hotline and survivor support services. Overlaps with STAR Network's survivor population and trauma-informed peer support model.
• The Kennedy Forum: Behavioral health advocacy organization founded by former Rep. Patrick Kennedy. Already a STAR Network partner; comparable focus on mental health/addiction policy reform and trauma-informed practice.

Direct peers

• PACEs Connection: Global ACEs-focused network of 69,000 members across 500 chapters, now being integrated into STAR Network. Directly comparable mission around ACEs science, peer support, and trauma-informed community building.
• CPTSD Foundation: Nonprofit dedicated to Complex PTSD awareness, education, and peer support. Closely comparable target audience (CPTSD survivors), educational content focus, and reliance on donations and volunteer networks.
• The MEND Project: Nonprofit addressing narcissistic abuse recovery through education and survivor support. Direct overlap on the TAR subject matter and target survivor population.
• Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDA): Twelve-step fellowship for people seeking recovery from codependence, with global online and in-person meetings. Direct structural analog to TAR Anon's peer-led, anonymous, free global support group model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@starnetworkfoundation
• Facebookfacebook.com/starnetwork.org
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/star-networkk
• Instagraminstagram.com/starnetworkfoundation

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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