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Leon And Mary Strauss Charitable Foundation Trust is a private trust based in SAINT LOUIS, MO. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2010. The principal officer is Scott H Malin. It holds total assets of $3.8M. Annual income is reported at $1.7M. Total assets have grown from $1.6M in 2011 to $3.6M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Missouri. According to available records, Leon And Mary Strauss Charitable Foundation Trust has made 239 grants totaling $1M, with a median grant of $1K. The foundation has distributed between $172K and $307K annually from 2020 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $100K, with an average award of $4K. The foundation has supported 121 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Missouri, Iowa, Tennessee, which account for 96% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 11 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$500
Median Grant
$1K
Average Grant
$5K
Largest Grant
$100K
Based on 60 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Leon And Mary Strauss Charitable Foundation Trust primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 239 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MO, IA, TN.
Leon And Mary Strauss Charitable Foundation Trust has distributed a total of $1M across 239 grants. The median grant size is $1K, with an average of $4K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $100K.
Leon And Mary Strauss Charitable Foundation Trust typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Leon And Mary Strauss Charitable Foundation Trust is headquartered in SAINT LOUIS, MO. While based in MO, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 11 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Strauss | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Patricia Vogelsang | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$333K
Total Assets
$3.6M
Fair Market Value
$5.6M
Net Worth
$3.6M
Grants Paid
$290K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$204K
Distribution Amount
$255K
Total: $3.3M
Total Grants
239
Total Giving
$1M
Average Grant
$4K
Median Grant
$1K
Unique Recipients
121
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Protection AssociationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| CocaGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $40K | 2023 |
| Nine NetworkGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $25K | 2023 |
| St Louis BalletGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Chesterfield, MO | $20K | 2023 |
| Stages St LouisGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Chesterfield, MO | $20K | 2023 |
| Foundation For Barnes Jewish HospitalGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $10K | 2023 |
| St Louis Symphony OrchestraGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $10K | 2023 |
| Dance St LouisGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $10K | 2023 |
| Food OutreachGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Des Moines, IA | $5K | 2023 |
| Goode Life Pet RescueGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Herrculaneum, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Circus HarmonyGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Jefferson County Pet Food PantryGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | House Springs, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Humane Society Of MissouriGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Missouri Historical SocietyGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| St Louis UniversityGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Open Door Animal SanctuaryGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | House Springs, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| St Louis Art Museum FoundationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Naral Pro Choice Missouri FoundationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Planned ParenthoodGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Pound Pals Cat Aid FundGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Community Music School -Webster UniversityGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| St Jude Children'S HospitalGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Memphis, TN | $5K | 2023 |
| Tennessee Williams FestivalGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Cabaret Project Of St LouisGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Opera Theatre - St LouisGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $5K | 2023 |
| Gateway Pet GuardiansGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | East St Louis, IL | $3K | 2023 |
| Bi-State Pet Food PantryGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Operation Food SearchGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| St Louis Feldman Holocaust MuseumGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Chamber Music Society Of St LouisGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Meds & Food For KidsGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Clowder HouseGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| The Black RepGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | University City, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Stray RescueGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Wildlife RescueGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Ballwin, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| MiriamGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $3K | 2023 |
| Variety The Children'S CharityGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $2K | 2023 |
| St Louis Science CenterGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Tower Grove Park SocietyGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| The Bach Society Of St LouisGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Campbell House MuseumGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| CareGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Atlanta, GA | $1K | 2023 |
| Circus FloraGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Contemporary Art MuseumGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Feed The ChildrenGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Oklahoma City, OK | $1K | 2023 |
| Forest Park ForeverGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Gateway Center For The Performing ArtsGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Webster Groves, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| International Photography Hall Of FameGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Landmarks AssociationGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | St Louis, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Save The ChildrenGENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES | Fairfield, CT | $1K | 2023 |