The Richard Stravitz Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Richard Stravitz Foundation is a private foundation in Virginia Beach, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.6 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$2.6 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$63.9 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.0 million the year before.
16% of its 2025 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 | $1.3 million | 12 | $30.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.0 million | 26 | $50.2 million |
| 2025 | $2.6 million | 23 | $63.9 million |
How to apply
The Richard Stravitz 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 Richard Stravitz Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 2 | $1.3 million |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $590,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $235,000 |
| New York | 4 | $165,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100,000 |
| Louisiana | 2 | $70,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Emory University Hospital | ALS Research | $1.3 million |
| Massachusetts General Hospital | ALS Research | $500,000 |
| John Hopkons University | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $150,000 |
| University of Michigan | ALS Research | $100,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA Inc | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $95,000 |
| ALS Association | ALS Research | $75,000 |
| ALS Therapy Development Institute | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $70,000 |
| Team Gleason Foundation | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $60,000 |
| Hospital for Special Surgery | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $50,000 |
| Individual | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $30,000 |
| Hope Loves Company | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $15,000 |
| Hop On a Cure Foundation | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $10,000 |
| Les Turner Foundation | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $10,000 |
| Individual | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $10,000 |
| Project ALS | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $10,000 |
| Target ALS Foundation | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $10,000 |
| ALS United New York | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $10,000 |
| MCV Foundation | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $10,000 |
| Peter Cohen Foundation | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $10,000 |
| Compassionate Care ALS | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $10,000 |
| Individual | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $10,000 |
| Individual | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $5,000 |
| Live Like Lou Foundation | General & Capital Purposes, unless noted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard P Stravitz
- Richard T Stravitz
- Kathleen Thompson
Questions people ask
Does The Richard Stravitz Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Richard Stravitz Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Richard Stravitz Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard P Stravitz (Trustee), Richard T Stravitz (Trustee) and Kathleen Thompson (Trustee).
What does The Richard Stravitz Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, health and education.