The John and Bonnie Strauss Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The John and Bonnie Strauss Foundation is a private foundation in Plano, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $886,250 in 53 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$886,250
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$15.9 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $880,622 the year before.
40% 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 | $880,622 | 44 | $15.3 million |
| 2024 | $886,250 | 53 | $15.9 million |
How to apply
The John and Bonnie Strauss 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 John and Bonnie Strauss Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 31 | $591,500 |
| New York | 6 | $106,250 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $52,000 |
| Virginia | 3 | $27,000 |
| California | 2 | $26,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $15,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $15,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UNT Foundation | Towards the Commercial Music Excellence Fund | $100,000 |
| Dallas Leadership Foundation | Towards the Workforce Development Program ($25,000) and general operations ($50,000) | $75,000 |
| Prince of Peace Catholic Church | Towards the capital campaign for the organ | $50,000 |
| PSC Patriots | Towards the Lake Fork Challenge | $50,000 |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic Chu | Towards construction of a new sanctuary | $50,000 |
| Camp Agape | Towards Camp in a Box | $40,000 |
| Canisius College | Towards the Luke J '30 and John L Strauss '61 Scholarship Fund | $30,000 |
| ACT for America Education Inc | Towards ACT in Faith | $25,000 |
| Birth Choice | General pregnancy support | $25,000 |
| Canisius High School | Towards the Artist in Residence Program | $25,000 |
| Center for Urban Renewal and Educat | Towards Clergy National Policy Summit | $25,000 |
| Greater Dallas Youth Orchestra | Jazz Scholarships & Jass Community Engagements | $25,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | Towards PragerU Kids | $25,000 |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul | Support for the Pharmacy Program | $25,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Towards support of St. Jude's mission | $25,000 |
| Texas Public Policy Foundation | Towards the People First Initiative | $25,000 |
| The Heritage Foundation | Towards School Choice, CRT & Border Security | $25,000 |
| Bishop Dunne Catholic School | Towards the Collegiate Institute | $20,000 |
| Heroic Media | Towards expansion and growth of Maximum OAASYS Reach | $20,000 |
| Our Lady of Perpetual Help | Tuition assistance | $20,000 |
| Retina Foundation of the Southwest | Towards the Age-Related Macular Degeneration Program | $20,000 |
| Vitae Foundation | Towards a Digital Marketing Strategy | $20,000 |
| 222 Foundation | Towards Enabling & Sustaining Growth in Texas ($10,000) and end of year match campaign ($5,000) | $15,000 |
| Fr Cedric Ministries | Towards Production of Programs | $15,000 |
| Notre Dame School of Dallas | Financial aid for students | $15,000 |
| My Possibilities | Multi-year funding towards career services | $10,000 |
| Order of Malta American Association | American Association Campaign | $10,000 |
| The Storehouse of Collin County | Support for Neighbors Pathway out of Poverty | $10,000 |
| Biblica Inc | Towards the Treaure Hunt Bible for Central Asia | $5,000 |
| Heroes Ranch | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Holy Trinity Catholic School | Tuition assistance | $5,000 |
| Mount St Michael Catholic School | Tuition assistance | $5,000 |
| Safe Haven Animal Rescue of East Te | Towards the Wood County Animal Rescue | $5,000 |
| West Dallas Community School | Towards student scholarships | $5,000 |
| White Rose Women's Center | Towards pregnancy counseling | $5,000 |
| Dallas Jazz Piano Society | Towards support for concerts | $3,000 |
| American Wheelchair Foundation | Towards providing wheelchairs | $2,500 |
| East Texas Food Bank | Support for Thanksgiving Meals | $2,500 |
| Meals on Wheels Collin County | General operating support | $2,500 |
| North Texas Food Bank | General operating support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John L Strauss
- Bonnie P Strauss
- Chris P Stanton
Questions people ask
Does The John and Bonnie Strauss Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The John and Bonnie Strauss Foundation give?
$886,250 in tax year 2024, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The John and Bonnie Strauss Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John L Strauss (President), Bonnie P Strauss (V.P./Secretary) and Chris P Stanton (Treas/Exec Dir).
What does The John and Bonnie Strauss Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.