The Stringer Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Stringer Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $45,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$45,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$26.1 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
7% 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 | $1.2 million | 17 | $24.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 15 | $26.1 million |
How to apply
The Stringer 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 Stringer Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $445,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $320,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $250,000 |
| California | 4 | $95,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $80,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins School of Medicine | Operations | $300,000 |
| Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research | Operations | $200,000 |
| National Brain Tumor Society | Operations | $200,000 |
| Bronx Letters Foundation | Operations | $90,000 |
| Youth About Business | Operations | $80,000 |
| Reach Out and Read | Operations | $50,000 |
| Read Ahead | Operations | $45,000 |
| Jump Start for Young Children | Operations | $45,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Operations | $45,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Operations | $30,000 |
| Public Media Group of Southern California | Operations | $25,000 |
| Mercy Haven | Operations | $20,000 |
| Haven Hills | Operations | $20,000 |
| University of Maryland | Operations | $20,000 |
| Spcala | Operations | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John Hajisava
- Donald R Wall
- Barbara Schachter
Questions people ask
Does The Stringer Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Stringer Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $45,000.
Who runs The Stringer Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John Hajisava (Director), Donald R Wall (Pres/Dir) and Barbara Schachter (Director).
What does The Stringer Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.