The Strear Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Strear Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 43 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $102,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.3 million
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$102,500
- Assets$15.9 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was up from $645,900 the year before.
61% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $645,900 | 21 | $17.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 43 | $15.9 million |
How to apply
The Strear Family Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Strear Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 39 | $1.1 million |
| New York | 2 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shalom Park | General purpose | $102,500 |
| Warren Village | General purpose | $65,000 |
| Jewish Family Service of Colorado Inc | General purpose | $60,875 |
| Urban Peak | General purpose | $60,000 |
| Invest in Kids | General purpose | $55,000 |
| We Dont Waste | General purpose | $55,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | General purpose | $53,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League Mountain States | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League National | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Denver Ubran Gardens | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Ekar Farm | General purpose | $50,000 |
| Redline Contemporary Art Center | General purpose | $45,000 |
| Hillel the Foundation for Jewish Campus Life | General purpose | $40,000 |
| Jewish Experience | General purpose | $38,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver | General purpose | $35,000 |
| Denver Jewish Day School | General purpose | $35,000 |
| National Jewish Health | General purpose | $35,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Region Bbyo | General purpose | $30,000 |
| Cottonwood Institute | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Metro Caring | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Steamboat Institute | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The Gathering Place A Refuge for Rebuilding Lives | General purpose | $25,000 |
| The Growhaus | General purpose | $25,000 |
| Jewishcolorado | General purpose | $20,720 |
| City Year | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Education Through Music Colorado | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Judaism Your Way | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Reaching Everyone Preventing Suicide | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Scholars Unlimited | General purpose | $20,000 |
| So All May Eat Inc | General purpose | $20,000 |
| Third Way Center | General purpose | $15,300 |
| Environmental Learning for Kids | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Partners for Youth | General purpose | $15,000 |
| Jewish Community Center | General purpose | $11,000 |
| Art Student League of Denver | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Coalition Against Global Genocide | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Jewish Association for Death Education | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Jewish Congregation of Steamboat Springs Har Mishpacha | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Jewish Early Childhood Education | General purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Strear
- Linda Liman
- Alexa Strear
- Ronald Strear
- Larry Strear
- Judy Strear
- Lesley Carmel
- Marci Roper
Questions people ask
Does The Strear Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Strear Family Foundation Inc give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Strear Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Strear (President), Linda Liman (Secretary), Alexa Strear (Treasurer) and Ronald Strear (Vice President) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does The Strear Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and youth programs.