The Crean Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Crean Foundation is a private foundation in Laguna Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.2 million in 104 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$3.2 million
- Number of grants104
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$71.6 million
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.1 million the year before.
5% of its 2024 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 | $3.1 million | 109 | $63.7 million |
| 2024 | $3.2 million | 104 | $71.6 million |
How to apply
The Crean 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 The Crean Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 100 | $3.2 million |
| Florida | 1 | $4,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $4,000 |
| North Dakota | 1 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Orangewood Foundation - Samueli Aca | Education Programs. | $500,000 |
| Children's Bureau | Programs for disadvantaged children. | $250,000 |
| Army and Navy Academy | Tuition assistance for low income students. | $250,000 |
| Anaheim Family YMCA | Programs for youth and development of new athletic facilities. | $215,000 |
| Olive Crest | Support for foster youth. | $205,000 |
| Hoag Hospital Foundation | Functional Medicine Program. | $200,000 |
| Concordia University Foundation | Construction of new music, worship and theology building. | $200,000 |
| Children's Hospital of OC Foundatio | Pediatric Medical Care. | $117,500 |
| Alzheimer's Orange County | Programs for people with alzheimer's disease. | $100,000 |
| Friends of Santa Ana Zoo | Maintenance of animal exhibits. | $100,000 |
| Uci Mind | Medical research. | $100,000 |
| Crean Lutheran High School | Education. | $65,000 |
| The Priority Center | Assistance for at risk families to prevent child abuse. | $50,000 |
| New Vista School Foundation | Tuition assistance for low income students. | $40,000 |
| Big BrothersBig Sisters | Programs for children. | $35,000 |
| Childhelp | Treatment and Prevention of Child Abuse. | $25,000 |
| YMCA of Orange County | Recreation programs for the needy. | $25,000 |
| Philharmonic Society of Oc | Music programs. | $25,000 |
| Lutheran Church of the Master | Religious programs. | $20,800 |
| The Midnight Mission | Shelter for alcoholics. | $20,000 |
| Angel Faces | Seminars to build self-esteeem for burn victims. | $20,000 |
| First Step House of Orange County | Programs for alcoholic rehabilitation. | $20,000 |
| The Shea Center for Therapeutic Rid | Programs for disabled children. | $20,000 |
| Laguna Beach Seniors Inc | Increase outreach to seniors. | $20,000 |
| World Fit Foundation Inc | Fitness program for children. | $20,000 |
| Pacifica Christian High School | Student scholarships. | $20,000 |
| Chapman University | Education. | $15,000 |
| The Prentice School | Education programs. | $15,000 |
| Discovery Cube Orange County | Stem educational programs at the science center. | $15,000 |
| Illumination Foundation | Assistance for homeless families. | $15,000 |
| California Youth Services | Substance abuse counseling for youth. | $12,500 |
| Gloria Dei Lutheran Church | Religious programs. | $11,440 |
| Orange County Rescue Mission | Food and shelter for the poor. | $10,000 |
| American Heart Association | Medical Research. | $10,000 |
| Guide Dogs of America | Training of dogs to assist the vision impaired. | $10,000 |
| Beyond Blindness | Programs for visually impaired children. | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Oc | Food for the poor and homeless. | $10,000 |
| Faces | Programs for children. | $10,000 |
| Boys Girls Club of Central Orange C | Assistance of teenagers to obtain employment. | $10,000 |
| Acacia Adult Day Services | Programs for seniors. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Emily Crean Vogler
- Susan E Thomas
- Connie Colwell
- Marc S Goldin
Questions people ask
Does The Crean Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Crean Foundation give?
$3.2 million in tax year 2024, across 104 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Crean Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Emily Crean Vogler (President), Susan E Thomas (Vice President), Connie Colwell (Secretary) and Marc S Goldin (Cfo).
What does The Crean Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.