The Rose and Bernard Strauss Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Rose and Bernard Strauss Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Ambler, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $70,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$70,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$992,288
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,750 the year before.
79% 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 | $47,000 | 6 | $928,217 |
| 2024 | $40,750 | 6 | $958,561 |
| 2025 | $70,000 | 14 | $992,288 |
How to apply
The Rose and Bernard Strauss Foundation Inc 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 Rose and Bernard Strauss Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $30,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 7 | $26,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Idf (Fidf) | Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Jewish National Fund | Restricted-multi-year pledge for a new playground | $10,000 |
| American Friends of Magen David Adom (Afmda) | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Blood Cancer United | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Crohn's Colitis Foundation of America | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jewish Relief Agency | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Mazon | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Community Cupboard of Ambler | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Friends of Yad Lakashish | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Main Line Art Center | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Oregon State Hillel | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Bucks County SPCA | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Jefferson Health | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marcie Cohn
- Michael Strauss
- Eugene Kestenbaum
Questions people ask
Does The Rose and Bernard Strauss Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rose and Bernard Strauss Foundation Inc give?
$70,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Rose and Bernard Strauss Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Marcie Cohn (President & Treasurer), Michael Strauss (Vice President) and Eugene Kestenbaum (Secretary).
What does The Rose and Bernard Strauss Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, animals and health.