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Letter from the Chairman
Over the past two years, our world has seen unprecedented upheaval and change. In spite of this new “normal,” one thing has not changed: the commitment of SHS to research, document, preserve, and educate regarding the history of the Straus family. I want to take this opportunity to let you know of a few of our accomplishments during this unusual year: accomplishments made possible because of your support.
Educational Grants in Public Policy In 2017, SHS established the Straus Historical Society Scholarship Program to support the continuing education of students whose professional objective is advancement in the field of public service. The Program reflects the Straus family’s long and honored history of public service and philanthropy. In 2022, we were able to award four scholarships. Archiving Work Continues Catherine and Joan have been editing and preparing several collections and cataloging new acquisitions. The Archive Committee has been meeting regularly to ensure the proper preservation of all the materials and to evaluate the policies and procedures for digitization. Morse Charitable Trust Annual Matching Grant We are grateful to the David A. and Mildred H. Morse Charitable Trust for honoring SHS with a Challenge Matching Grant. Last year, because of your generous, earmarked contributions, an additional year of funding was raised. The Morse Grant is renewed each year and, in order to qualify, we must raise the matching funds annually. |
Donate by Check:
Please mail your check to Straus Historical Society, Inc. Post Office Box 416 Smithtown, NY 11787-0416 Donate Online: Online donations are accepted through the following platforms: Annual Report
A copy of the Straus Historical Society's annual report may be obtained, upon request, from the Society or from: Office of the Attorney General Charities Bureau 120 Broadway New York, NY 10271 |