Gary and Colettie Cranston Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Gary and Colettie Cranston Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Bonita Springs, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $21,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $9,000. 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$21,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$9,000
- Assets$28,682
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2024 was down from $29,515 the year before.
71% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $29,515 | 15 | $49,547 |
| 2024 | $21,000 | 7 | $28,682 |
How to apply
Gary and Colettie Cranston Family 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 Gary and Colettie Cranston Family Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 6 | $19,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Samaritan's Purse | Grant to support program services | $9,000 |
| Foster Alumni Mentors | Grant to support program service | $2,000 |
| Colorado Mesa University Foundation | Grant to support program services | $2,000 |
| A Thousand Summers | Grant to support program services | $2,000 |
| Clothes to Kids of Denver | Grant to support program services | $2,000 |
| Fort Myers Beach Woman's Club | Grant to support program services | $2,000 |
| Kids Aid Colorado | Grant to support program services | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gary Cranston
Questions people ask
Does Gary and Colettie Cranston Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gary and Colettie Cranston Family Charitable Trust give?
$21,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Gary and Colettie Cranston Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Gary Cranston (Trustee).
What does Gary and Colettie Cranston Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.