SIMON-STRAUSS FOUNDATION

Our Purpose and Promise

At pontis veritas, we carry forward the Simon-Strauss Foundation’s mission to uplift communities through education, culture, and social progress.

A diverse group of people collaborating in a vibrant community center filled with books, art, and lively conversation.
A diverse group of people collaborating in a vibrant community center filled with books, art, and lively conversation.

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Impact

A vibrant community mural painted by local artists supported by the Simon-Strauss Foundation, showcasing cultural diversity and unity.
A vibrant community mural painted by local artists supported by the Simon-Strauss Foundation, showcasing cultural diversity and unity.

Impact

Moments that reflect growth, creativity, and community spirit.

Students engaged in a lively outdoor workshop funded by the foundation, surrounded by books and art supplies.
Students engaged in a lively outdoor workshop funded by the foundation, surrounded by books and art supplies.
A joyful gathering at a cultural festival supported by the foundation, with music, dance, and colorful traditional attire.
A joyful gathering at a cultural festival supported by the foundation, with music, dance, and colorful traditional attire.

Our Work

Projects that uplift and connect communities.

A vibrant classroom filled with engaged students and a teacher guiding a lively discussion.
A vibrant classroom filled with engaged students and a teacher guiding a lively discussion.
Education

Scholarships and programs expanding learning access.

A community art mural being painted by diverse local artists in a sunny outdoor space.
A community art mural being painted by diverse local artists in a sunny outdoor space.
Culture

Supporting arts that celebrate heritage and creativity.

Volunteers distributing food and supplies at a neighborhood outreach event.
Volunteers distributing food and supplies at a neighborhood outreach event.
A group of community members collaborating in a workshop to improve local services.
A group of community members collaborating in a workshop to improve local services.
Welfare

Programs addressing poverty and social inclusion.

Community

Building networks that strengthen local bonds.

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Our Focus

Empowering communities through education, culture, and social progress.

A diverse group of students collaborating in a bright, modern classroom filled with books and technology.
A diverse group of students collaborating in a bright, modern classroom filled with books and technology.
A vibrant community art event showcasing local artists and families enjoying creative activities outdoors.
A vibrant community art event showcasing local artists and families enjoying creative activities outdoors.
Education

Supporting scholarships and programs that break down educational barriers.

Culture

Funding arts initiatives that celebrate heritage and inspire creativity.

Contact Us

A welcoming office space with warm lighting and a desk holding a vintage typewriter and a potted plant.
A welcoming office space with warm lighting and a desk holding a vintage typewriter and a potted plant.

Reach out to pontis veritas to join us in fostering opportunity and community growth.

Location

1433 Allenford Ave Los Angeles, CA, 90049-3613 United States


contact us

EIn: 26-0604831

info@straussfdn.com

310-394-5822

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