Straz Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Straz Family Foundation is a private foundation in Tampa, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $8.8 million in 37 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $1.7 million. 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$8.8 million
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$1.7 million
- Assets$132 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2024 was down from $16.8 million the year before.
32% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $16.8 million | 36 | $126 million |
| 2024 | $8.8 million | 37 | $132 million |
How to apply
Straz Family Foundation 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 Straz Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 28 | $3.4 million |
| New York | 1 | $1.7 million |
| Wisconsin | 3 | $520,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $250,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $33,620 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,206 |
| California | 1 | $7,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Metropolitan Opera | Arts education and appreciation | $1.7 million |
| Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center | Performing arts programming | $1.2 million |
| Zootampa at Lowry Park | Wildlife protection and preservation | $725,000 |
| Tampa Museum of Art | Art education and appreciation | $684,000 |
| Carthage College | Christian education | $500,000 |
| Metropolitan Ministries | Homeless programs | $400,000 |
| Wake Forest University | Academic programs | $250,000 |
| John & Mable Ringling Museum of Art | Arts education and appreciation | $110,000 |
| University of Florida Levin College of Law | Graduate programs | $50,000 |
| Hillsborough County Public Schools | Public school education | $25,000 |
| Tampa General Hospital | Academic health system | $25,000 |
| University of Central Florida Foundation | Academic programs | $20,000 |
| Northwestern University | Lakefront athletics facilities gift fund | $18,620 |
| Florida House on Capitol Hill | Florida education and information center | $15,206 |
| Berkeley Preparatory School | Christian education | $15,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Tampa | Ministry services | $15,000 |
| Immanuel Presbyterian Church | Ministry services | $15,000 |
| Lutheran Campus Ministry at Northwestern | Ministry services | $15,000 |
| Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church | Ministry services | $15,000 |
| University of Tampa | Academic programs | $15,000 |
| Daughters of the American Revolution | School house preservation | $11,307 |
| Florida Wildlife Corridor Foundation | Wildlife conservation | $10,000 |
| Mary Lee's House | Youth services | $10,000 |
| Orlando Ballet | Performing arts experiences | $10,000 |
| American Film Institute | Film education | $7,000 |
| Junior League of Tampa | Volunteer action and leadership programs | $5,050 |
| Children's Home Network | Youth and family services | $5,000 |
| Florida Orchestra | Live symphony orchestra | $5,000 |
| Marquette University | Catholic education | $5,000 |
| University of South Florida | Academic programs | $5,000 |
| The Chiselers Inc | Preservation of henry b. Plant hall | $2,500 |
| St Andrew's Episcopal Church | Ministry services | $2,000 |
| American Red Cross | Prevention and relief of human suffering | $1,500 |
| Innocence Project of Florida | Innocence projects | $1,500 |
| Henry B Plant Museum | Museum and national historic landmark | $1,050 |
| Salvation Army of Tampa | Ministry services | $1,000 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota | Community support | $526 |
Officers and trustees
- Catherine Lowry Straz
- Keebler Straz
- Seacoast Bank
Questions people ask
Does Straz Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Straz Family Foundation give?
$8.8 million in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Straz Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Catherine Lowry Straz (Trustee / Chair), Keebler Straz (Trustee / President) and Seacoast Bank (Corporate Trustee).
What does Straz Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and environment and conservation.