Michael & Pamela Crane Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Michael & Pamela Crane Family Foundation is a private foundation in Berkeley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,800 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1,800 and the largest $1,800. 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$19,800
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1,800
- Largest grant$1,800
- Assets$384,688
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $19,800 the year before.
9% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,700 | 11 | $359,113 |
| 2024 | $19,800 | 11 | $388,121 |
| 2025 | $19,800 | 11 | $384,688 |
How to apply
Michael & Pamela Crane Family Foundation 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.
What Michael & Pamela Crane Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $9,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,800 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,800 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $1,800 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,800 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,800 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Restavek Freedom | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Special Ops Warrior Fund | Charitable | $1,800 |
| ReSurge International | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Anne Arundal Cty CASA | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Voices for Children | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Children Incorporated | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Kidsave | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Love146 | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Calico Center | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Seva Foundation | Charitable | $1,800 |
| Kliptown Youth Program | Charitable | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Crane
- Pamela Crane
- Justin Ossola
- Gabriel Crane
Questions people ask
Does Michael & Pamela Crane Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Michael & Pamela Crane Family Foundation give?
$19,800 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1,800.
Who runs Michael & Pamela Crane Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Michael Crane (President & CEO), Pamela Crane (Secretary), Justin Ossola (Director) and Gabriel Crane (Director).
What does Michael & Pamela Crane Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.