John and Frances Strachan Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
John and Frances Strachan Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Latham, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $80,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$80,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $81,000 the year before.
11% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $81,000 | 9 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $80,000 | 9 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | John R Strachan Jr 224 Old Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (518) 783-5509 |
| What to submit | Letter with supporting attachments to fully disclose charitable purpose of applicant |
What John and Frances Strachan Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 8 | $70,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boston College | General contribution | $15,000 |
| Foster Care to Success | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Pine Cobble School | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Pine Street Inn | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Rosies Place | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Williamstown Food Pantry | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Berkshire Nursing Families Inc | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Bottom Line | General contribution | $5,000 |
| Room to Grow National Inc | General contribution | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John R Strachan Jr
- Mary Jo Strachan
- Mark T Ryan
Questions people ask
Does John and Frances Strachan Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does John and Frances Strachan Charitable Foundation give?
$80,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs John and Frances Strachan Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John R Strachan Jr (Director), Mary Jo Strachan (Director) and Mark T Ryan (Director).
What does John and Frances Strachan Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and human services.