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Straus Harris Foundation is a private trust based in PHILADELPHIA, PA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2005. The principal officer is Margaret Harris. It holds total assets of $18.3M. Annual income is reported at $15.7M. Total assets have grown from $922K in 2011 to $18.3M in 2024. 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 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Pennsylvania. According to available records, Straus Harris Foundation has made 34 grants totaling $1.1M, with a median grant of $14K. Annual giving has grown from $88K in 2020 to $844K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $225K, with an average award of $32K. The foundation has supported 12 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in Pennsylvania. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$10K
Median Grant
$13K
Average Grant
$18K
Largest Grant
$40K
Based on 8 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.
Straus Harris Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 34 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in PA.
Straus Harris Foundation has distributed a total of $1.1M across 34 grants. The median grant size is $14K, with an average of $32K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $225K.
Straus Harris Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Straus Harris Foundation is headquartered in PHILADELPHIA, PA.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philip A Straus Jr | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Margaret Harris | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$18.3M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$18.3M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
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Total Grants
34
Total Giving
$1.1M
Average Grant
$32K
Median Grant
$14K
Unique Recipients
12
Most Common Grant
$13K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mural Arts ProgramCONTRIBUTION TO FURTHER DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Philadelphia, PA | $225K | 2022 |
| Nationalities Service CenterCONTRIBUTION TO FURTHER DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Philadelphia, PA | $70K | 2022 |
| Interact Theatre CompanyCONTRIBUTION TO FURTHER DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Philadelphia, PA | $35K | 2022 |
| Philadelphia Parks AllianceCONTRIBUTION TO FURTHER DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Philadelphia, PA | $20K | 2022 |
| 1812 Theater CompanyCONTRIBUTION TO FURTHER DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Philadelphia, PA | $20K | 2022 |
| Samuel S Fleisher Art MemorialCONTRIBUTION TO FURTHER DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Philadelphia, PA | $13K | 2022 |
| Settlement Music SchoolCONTRIBUTION TO FURTHER DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Philadelphia, PA | $13K | 2022 |
| Theatre ExileCONTRIBUTION TO FURTHER DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Philadelphia, PA | $13K | 2022 |
| Lantern Theater CompanyCONTRIBUTION TO FURTHER DONEE'S EXEMPT PURPOSE | Philadelphia, PA | $13K | 2022 |
| Fleisher Art MemorialSupport of art school which offers free art lessons to children and adults | Philadelphia, PA | $10K | 2021 |
| City Of Philadelphia Mural Arts ProgramTo support the general mission of the organization. | Philadelphia, PA | $15K | 2020 |
| Interact TheaterTo support the general mission of the organization. | Philadelphia, PA | $15K | 2020 |
WEST CONSHOHOCKEN, PA
LIGONIER, PA
PITTSBURGH, PA