The Strasbourg Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Strasbourg Foundation is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2023 it gave $1.7 million in 56 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $290,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$1.7 million
- Number of grants56
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$290,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2023 was down from $1.8 million the year before.
86% of its 2023 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 | $1.8 million | 66 | $2.7 million |
| 2023 | $1.7 million | 56 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
The Strasbourg 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 The Strasbourg Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 51 | $1.6 million |
| New Jersey | 5 | $24,050 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Religious Services | $290,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $267,200 |
| United Mosdos Toah Veyirah Yerushol | Religious Services | $187,800 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $171,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $110,200 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $102,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $100,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $42,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $36,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $36,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $34,500 |
| Shmira Community Services Inc | Religious Services | $25,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $18,000 |
| Cong Otxer Hachaim Inc | Religious Services | $18,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $18,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $18,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $16,500 |
| Congregation Bobov 45 | Religious Services | $16,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $15,500 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $14,400 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $14,000 |
| Paamonim | Religious Services | $11,000 |
| Hasc | Religious Services | $10,000 |
| Tov Vchesed Foundation Inc | Religious Services | $10,000 |
| OJC Fund | Religious Services | $7,100 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $6,000 |
| Individual | Religious Service | $5,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $5,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $5,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $5,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $5,000 |
| Vzazrem | Religious Services | $5,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $3,500 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $2,500 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $2,200 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $2,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $2,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $2,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $2,000 |
| Individual | Religious Services | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Yisroel Scharf
- Rosa Scharf
- DMZ Scharf
Questions people ask
Does The Strasbourg Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Strasbourg Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2023, across 56 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Strasbourg Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Yisroel Scharf (President), Rosa Scharf (Vice President) and DMZ Scharf (Secretary).
What does The Strasbourg Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.