Stroum Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Stroum Family Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $260,500 in 46 grants; the typical grant was $2,050 and the largest $30,000. 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$260,500
- Number of grants46
- Typical grant$2,050
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $261,800 the year before.
20% 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 | $261,800 | 42 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $260,500 | 46 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
Stroum Family 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 Stroum Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 26 | $157,300 |
| California | 5 | $38,800 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 9 | $24,400 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $14,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Repertory Theatre | General supp & act one campaign | $30,000 |
| Cascade Public Media | Capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action | Therapeutic accelerator award | $25,000 |
| The Barack Obama Foundation | Obama presidential center | $25,000 |
| The 5th Avenue Theatre | General support | $20,000 |
| Friends of Waterfront Seattle | General support | $15,000 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center | Annual support | $10,000 |
| Jewish Family Services | General support | $10,000 |
| Seattle Children's Hospital | Endowment for therapeutic play | $10,000 |
| The Humane Society | General support | $10,000 |
| USC Annenberg School | Center on public diplomacy | $10,000 |
| Brothers for Life | General support | $5,000 |
| Exhalt Youth | General support | $5,000 |
| Perelman Performing Arts Center | Angels of arkansas | $5,000 |
| Rosie's Theater Kids | 2024 gala support | $5,000 |
| Stroum Jewish Community Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Entertainment Community Fund | In the spotlight | $2,500 |
| Franciscan Health Fdn | Pancreaticolbiliary cancer fund | $2,500 |
| Hillel UW | General support | $2,500 |
| Holocaust Center for Humanity | Voices of humanities | $2,500 |
| KCTS 9 | General support | $2,500 |
| Lift Our Voices | General support | $2,500 |
| Friends of the Musee Des Art Decora | General support | $2,100 |
| Council of Amer Ambassadors | General support | $2,000 |
| Plymouth Housing | Seattle dances 2024 | $2,000 |
| Aipac | General support | $1,800 |
| American Friends of Tel Aviv Univer | Student success center | $1,800 |
| Israel 21C | General support | $1,800 |
| Seattle Art Museum | General support | $1,500 |
| Ajc Seattle | Marshall society 2024 | $1,250 |
| Kuow Public Radio | General support | $1,250 |
| Adl Pacific Northwest | General support | $1,000 |
| All About Rabbits Rescue | General support | $1,000 |
| Alliance for Gun Responsibility | General support | $1,000 |
| B612 Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Giffords Law Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Inspire Washington | Cultural access program | $1,000 |
| Mountain Seed Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| National Black Theatre | Capital campaign | $1,000 |
| New York Theater Workshop | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cynthia Stroum
- Courtney Stroum Meager
Questions people ask
Does Stroum Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Stroum Family Foundation give?
$260,500 in tax year 2024, across 46 grants, with a typical grant of $2,050.
Who runs Stroum Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cynthia Stroum (Pres/Treas) and Courtney Stroum Meager (Secretary).
What does Stroum Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and youth programs.