The Crane Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Crane Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Stonington, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $113,282 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $49,500. 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$113,282
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$49,500
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $111,653 the year before.
33% 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 | $130,578 | 7 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $111,653 | 9 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $113,282 | 6 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
The Crane Charitable 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.
What The Crane Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 4 | $100,500 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $12,782 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Free Wheelin Foundation Inc | Funding for recreational programs serving handicapped persons aged 7 and older. | $49,500 |
| La Grua Center | General use in providing cultural programs to the community. | $30,000 |
| Ocean Community YMCA Mystic Branch | To renovate and expand the existing building for the purpose of providing programs that help healthy spirit, mind and body for all. | $20,000 |
| Pocasset Pokanoket Land Trust Inc | Start-up of a spring seedling greenhouse | $10,000 |
| Tomaquag Indian Memorial Museum | Capital building campaign | $2,782 |
| Avalonia Land Conservancy | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Dorothy Papp
Questions people ask
Does The Crane Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Crane Charitable Trust give?
$113,282 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs The Crane Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Dorothy Papp (Trustee).
What does The Crane Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and environment and conservation.