The Colonel Henry Crown Scholarship Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Colonel Henry Crown Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $327,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $163,500 and the largest $310,000. 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$327,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$163,500
- Largest grant$310,000
- Assets$7.7 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $288,500 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $220,929 | 1 | $6.2 million |
| 2024 | $288,500 | 1 | $7.1 million |
| 2025 | $327,000 | 2 | $7.7 million |
How to apply
The Colonel Henry Crown Scholarship 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $327,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Achievement of Chicago | General funding | $310,000 |
| Chicago Cred Inc | General operating | $17,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Robb
- Sara Crown Star
- Carrie Goodman
- Hayley Crown
Questions people ask
Does The Colonel Henry Crown Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Colonel Henry Crown Scholarship Fund give?
$327,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $163,500.
Who runs The Colonel Henry Crown Scholarship Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Robb (Vice President & Treasurer), Sara Crown Star (President), Carrie Goodman (Director) and Hayley Crown (Director).