Joe and Mary Ann Cromeans Charitable Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Joe and Mary Ann Cromeans Charitable Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Orange Beach, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 35 grants; the typical grant was $17,000 and the largest $150,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.0 million
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$17,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$29.1 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $846,500 the year before.
26% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $475,500 | 16 | $24.4 million |
| 2024 | $846,500 | 34 | $26.4 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 35 | $29.1 million |
How to apply
Joe and Mary Ann Cromeans Charitable Foundation Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Joe and Mary Ann Cromeans Charitable Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 34 | $1.0 million |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christian Service Center | Community welfare | $150,000 |
| Auburn University Foundation | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| Coastal Alabama Community College | Scholarship | $60,000 |
| Samford University | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| Troy University Foundation | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| University of Mobile | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| University of Montevallo Foundation | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| University of South Alabama | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| Mobile Symphony Inc | Arts and community welfare | $35,000 |
| Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation | Community welfare | $26,000 |
| Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre | Community welfare | $25,000 |
| Under His Wings | Community welfare | $25,000 |
| Palm Project | Community welfare | $25,000 |
| Scottboro Drama Team | Community welfare | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of South Alabama-Foley | Community welfare | $25,000 |
| South Baldwin Literacy Council | Education and community welfare | $17,000 |
| Meow's & Mutts Rescue | Community welfare | $15,000 |
| Fairhope- Pointclear Rotary Youth Club | Community welfare | $15,000 |
| Baldwin County Angels | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Baldwin Family Village | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Ecumenical Ministires Inc | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Mary's Shelter Gulf Coast | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Prodisee Pantry | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| The Haven | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| The Lighthouse | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Youth Reach | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Rapahope Childrens Retreat- Camp Rapahope | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Ymca- Greater Montgomery | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Safe Harbor Animal Coalition | Community welfare and animal protection | $5,000 |
| Stray Love Foundation | Community welfare | $5,000 |
| Shorty's Safe Haven | Community welfare | $5,000 |
| Coastal Baldwin Eductaional Enrichment Foundation | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Baldwin County Youth Orchestra | Community welfare | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joe Gray Cromeans Jr
- Jennifer M Blanchard
Questions people ask
Does Joe and Mary Ann Cromeans Charitable Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joe and Mary Ann Cromeans Charitable Foundation Trust give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $17,000.
Who runs Joe and Mary Ann Cromeans Charitable Foundation Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Joe Gray Cromeans Jr (Trustee/Chairman) and Jennifer M Blanchard (Distribution Committee).
What does Joe and Mary Ann Cromeans Charitable Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.