The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation
The Richard A Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Wyckoff, New Jersey. It supports other organizations exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code through contributions and states that it does not conduct direct charitable activities.
The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation at a glance
In short: The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation gave $323K across 15 grants in 2024 (avg $22K), mostly in New Jersey. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $322,700
- +4.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 15
- +7.1% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $21,513
- -2.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $5,000
- Total assets
- $1,934,847
- -9.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New Jersey (61% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and says it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Its filing states that requests should be in writing and specify the purpose; it lists no restrictions on awards.
- Review Cycle
- None stated.
- Deadline
- None stated.
- Contact
Application contact: Loretta Stratton
Mailing address: 332 West Shore Drive, Wyckoff, NJ 07841
Phone: (201) 294-0298
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Oasis ($100K). Together the top 8 received $151K.
Organizations only. It also paid 7 grants to individuals ($172,000), which are not listed by name.
Grant Size Distribution
78 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 68 grants of 78 (87%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were reported as 61% to New Jersey, 31% to Pennsylvania, 7% to New York, 2% to Oregon, and less than 1% to Virginia.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 15 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation gives
- Giving fell 29% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 318% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $57K (2020) to $452K (2021). In 2024 it made 15 grants totaling $323K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 7 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $172,000 |
| Oasis Pittsburgh, PA | Community Assistance | $100,000 |
| Women's Rights Information Center Englewood, NJ | Women's Rights | $21,000 |
| Chappaqua Summer Scholarship Progra Chappaqua, NY | Summer Programs for Underserved Children | $16,000 |
| Children's Aid and Family Services Paramus, NJ | Human services and child welfare programs, adoption and foster care | $5,000 |
| Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative Hackensack, NJ | Free Healthcare for Low Income Individuals | $5,000 |
| Community Meals Inc Ridgewood, NJ | Food Assistance | $2,500 |
| Women United in Philanthropy Charlottesville, VA | Community Assistanceby Women | $1,000 |
| Wyckoff Volunteer Amulance Corp Wyckoff, NJ | Assistance to Ambulance Services | $200 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,934,847 | $146,460 | $355,931 | $322,700 | 15 | $322,700 | $117,332 | $101,411 |
| 2023 | $2,144,318 | $154,034 | $345,022 | $309,700 | 14 | $309,700 | $63,896 | $109,153 |
| 2022 | $2,335,306 | $126,985 | $340,110 | $311,200 | 16 | $311,200 | $46,418 | $119,680 |
| 2021 | $2,548,431 | $551,063 | $484,750 | $452,200 | 18 | $452,200 | $466,856 | $133,997 |
| 2020 | $2,482,074 | $27,057 | $92,876 | $57,200 | 15 | — | $7,748 | $124,048 |
| 2019 | $2,546,662 | $394,209 | $380,083 | $349,800 | 22 | — | $167,486 | $123,464 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation reported a distributable amount of $101K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation says its primary purpose is to support other Section 501(c)(3)-exempt organizations through contributions. Its 2024 grants included organizations working in areas such as family support, women’s rights, food assistance, education, health care, and services for survivors of abuse.
The supported organizations describe their work in their own terms. For example, the Women’s Rights Information Center says it supports individuals’ economic aspirations, self-sufficiency, and emotional well-being. Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative says it provides free health care to working uninsured residents of Bergen County, while Center for Hope and Safety says it provides a safe environment for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and human trafficking.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2024, the foundation awarded 15 grants totaling $322,700. Grant amounts ranged from $200 to $150,000, with a median grant of $5,000.
The largest grants included $150,000 to Family Reach Foundation for assistance to families fighting cancer and $100,000 to OASIS for community assistance. Other grants included $21,000 to Women’s Rights Information Center, $16,000 to Chappaqua Summer Scholarship Program for summer programs for underserved children, and $5,000 each to Center for Food Action, The Parkside School, Volunteer Center of Bergen County, Children’s Aid and Family Services, Center for Hope and Safety, and Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Loretta M Stratton is listed as president on the 2024 filing.
The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation is led by Loretta M. Stratton, President on every filing since 2019 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Loretta M. Stratton
President
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation
How much does The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation give each year?
The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation gave $323K across 15 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $310K across 14 grants.
What is The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation's typical grant size?
The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $5,000, and its average grant was $21,513, across 15 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation give grants?
The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation gives mostly in New Jersey: 61% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Pennsylvania (31%) and New York (7%).
Does The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 15 grants with a stated purpose on The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation's largest grantees?
The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Oasis ($100,000), Women's Rights Information Center ($21,000) and Chappaqua Summer Scholarship Progra ($16,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It also paid 7 grants to individuals ($172,000), which are not listed by name. Together they received 42% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation?
The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation reported $1.9M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $323K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $101K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation fund?
The foundation says its primary purpose is to support other Section 501(c)(3)-exempt organizations through contributions. Its 2024 grants included organizations working in areas such as family support, women’s rights, food assistance, education, health care, and services for survivors of abuse. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation?
The foundation does not accept unsolicited requests and says it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation's EIN?
The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 30-6027197. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Does The Richard a Stratton and Loretta M Stratton Charitable Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS May 15, 2020)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS May 4, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 2, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS April 27, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 24, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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