Strain Foundation
Accepts applications
Strain Foundation is a private foundation in Huntsville, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $395,000 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$395,000
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$8.5 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was down from $692,000 the year before.
58% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $308,000 | 14 | $6.3 million |
| 2023 | $692,000 | 32 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $395,000 | 28 | $8.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mike Segars 303 Williams Avenue Suite 129, Huntsville, AL 35801 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (256) 533-7040 |
| What to submit | Written form with purpose and copy of IRS 501C3 letter. |
What Strain Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 25 | $355,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $50,000 | |
| Habitat for Humanity of Autaugachi | Housing assistance | $50,000 |
| Alabama Appleseed Center for Law an | Racial justice | $30,000 |
| Alabama Arise | Improve lives marginalized by povert | $30,000 |
| Studio Two Three | Arts support | $25,000 |
| Uab O'Neal Cancer Center | Cancer treatment center | $20,000 |
| Indian Springs School | Education | $15,000 |
| Alabama Casa Network | Advocate for abused children | $10,000 |
| Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blin | Encourage support for aidb programs | $10,000 |
| Auburn University Foundation | Educational and athletic opportuniti | $10,000 |
| Bridge Ministries | Ministry support | $10,000 |
| Cahaba River Coalition | Watershed protection & conservation | $10,000 |
| Chesapeake Bay Foundation | Restore and protect chesapeake bay | $10,000 |
| Community Food Bank of Central Al | Food bank | $10,000 |
| Leaderhip Birmingham | Educating community leaders | $10,000 |
| Individual | $10,000 | |
| Magic City Acceptance Center | Social services | $10,000 |
| Mobile Baykeeper | Defend and revive water health | $10,000 |
| The Crisis Center | Hotline support service | $10,000 |
| Voices for Alabamas Children | Community outreach | $10,000 |
| West Alabama Food Bank | Food bank | $10,000 |
| Your Town Alabama | Community leader workshop | $10,000 |
| Alabama Public Radio | Student radio broadcast training | $5,000 |
| Black Warrior Riverkeeper Inc | Protect and restore black warrior ri | $5,000 |
| Blanket Fort Hope | Human trafficking survivor support | $5,000 |
| Coosa Riverkeeper | Protect and restore coosa river | $5,000 |
| Service Dogs Alabama | Service dog training and placement | $5,000 |
| Urban Ministry | Community support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Janet Strain McDonald
- Blake McDonald
Questions people ask
Does Strain Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Strain Foundation give?
$395,000 in tax year 2024, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Strain Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Janet Strain McDonald (Director) and Blake McDonald (Director).
What does Strain Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and health.