Straus-Harris Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Straus-Harris Foundation is a private foundation in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $628,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $160,000. 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$628,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$160,000
- Assets$22.0 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2024 was up from $360,000 the year before.
31% 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 | $360,000 | 10 | $6.6 million |
| 2024 | $628,000 | 13 | $22.0 million |
How to apply
Straus-Harris 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 Straus-Harris Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 13 | $628,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mural Arts Program | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $160,000 |
| Nationalities Service Center | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $110,000 |
| InterAct Theatre Company | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $70,000 |
| 1812 Theater Company | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Lantern Theater Company | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Theatre Exile | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| The Center - Philadephia | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $50,000 |
| Samuel S Fleisher Art Memorial | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| Settlement Music School | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $30,000 |
| Ballet X | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Philadelphia Scenic Works | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| Black Star | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $4,000 |
| Inis Nua Theatre Company | Contribution to further donee's exempt purpose | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Philip A Straus Jr
- Margaret Harris
Questions people ask
Does Straus-Harris Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Straus-Harris Foundation give?
$628,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Straus-Harris Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Philip A Straus Jr (Trustee) and Margaret Harris (Trustee).
What does Straus-Harris Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.