The Zahava & Moshael J Straus Family Fo
Preselected recipients only
The Zahava & Moshael J Straus Family Fo is a private foundation in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.6 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $36,000 and the largest $1.2 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.6 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$36,000
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.0 million the year before.
57% of its 2025 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 | $1.8 million | 11 | $8.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 8 | $7.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.6 million | 9 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
The Zahava & Moshael J Straus Family Fo 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 Zahava & Moshael J Straus Family Fo funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $1.4 million |
| New Jersey | 4 | $114,000 |
| California | 1 | $75,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshiva University | Straus center for torah and western thought. | $1.2 million |
| Yeshiva University | General donation | $100,000 |
| Uc Davis Foundation | Research | $75,000 |
| The Moriah School of Englewood | Early childhood center | $50,000 |
| Bergen Hatzalah Emergency Medical Services Inc | General donation | $36,000 |
| Sefaria | Builder giving circle | $36,000 |
| The Moriah School of Englewood | General donation | $18,000 |
| American Friends of Eretz Hemdah | General donation | $15,000 |
| Project Ezrah Needs Inc | General campaign | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Moshael J Straus
- Zahava Straus
- Daniel E Straus
Questions people ask
Does The Zahava & Moshael J Straus Family Fo accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Zahava & Moshael J Straus Family Fo give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $36,000.
Who runs The Zahava & Moshael J Straus Family Fo?
Its 2025 filing lists Moshael J Straus (President/Director), Zahava Straus (Treasurer) and Daniel E Straus (Secretary).
What does The Zahava & Moshael J Straus Family Fo fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.