Joe and Jessie Crump Fund
Preselected recipients only
Joe and Jessie Crump Fund is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $1.4 million. 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$2.6 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$78.1 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
37% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $3.5 million | 14 | $60.2 million |
| 2022 | $2.2 million | 15 | $58.7 million |
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 16 | $69.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 19 | $78.1 million |
How to apply
Joe and Jessie Crump Fund 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 Joe and Jessie Crump Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 18 | $2.6 million |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest | General | $1.4 million |
| Kelsey Research Foundation | General | $350,000 |
| Camp Summit Inc | General | $200,000 |
| Fort Worth Museum of Science and History | General | $115,552 |
| All Saints Health Foundation | General | $100,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General | $100,000 |
| W I Cook Foundation Inc Cook Children's Rehabilitation | General | $70,340 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Scottish Rite for Children | General | $50,000 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | General | $50,000 |
| Midland Children's Rehabilitation Center | General | $35,000 |
| Neuro Assistance Foundation | General | $30,000 |
| Special Olympics Texas Inc | General | $25,000 |
| Helping Everyone Reach Outstanding | General | $20,000 |
| Guide Dogs of Texas Inc | General | $20,000 |
| Fortis Therapy Center | General | $15,000 |
| Rise Adventures Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Childrens Assoc for Maximum Potenti | General | $5,000 |
| Variety - the Childrens Charity of Texas | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
Questions people ask
Does Joe and Jessie Crump Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joe and Jessie Crump Fund give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Joe and Jessie Crump Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee).
What does Joe and Jessie Crump Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, science and research and youth programs.