The Cro Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Cro Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Marriottsville, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,225 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $21,500. 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$52,225
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$21,500
- Assets$76,546
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $49,792 the year before.
67% 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 | $200 | 1 | $47,117 |
| 2024 | $49,792 | 5 | $54,235 |
| 2025 | $52,225 | 9 | $76,546 |
How to apply
The Cro Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Cro Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 6 | $47,599 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,575 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,051 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Carroll County | Scholarships to graduatingseniors at Liberty High Schoolin Sykesville, MD | $21,500 |
| Brain Injury Association of Maryland | Support for theircharitable mission. | $11,589 |
| Kennedy Kreiger Institute | Support fortheir charitablemission. | $10,260 |
| The Compassionate Friends | Support fortheir charitablemission. | $2,575 |
| Hollys Heart Foundation | Support fortheir charitablemission. | $2,500 |
| Jonathan B Loden Foundation | Sponsorship oftheir charitablemission. | $1,250 |
| Catalyst Sports | Support fortheir charitablemission. | $1,051 |
| Stand Up and Play | Support fortheir charitablemission. | $1,000 |
| Liberty High School Baseball | Sponsorship of agolf tournament to supporttheir charitable mission. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nathan P Crochunis
- Bonnie K Crochunis
- Ryan T Sheahin
Questions people ask
Does The Cro Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cro Foundation Inc give?
$52,225 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Cro Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Nathan P Crochunis (President), Bonnie K Crochunis (Secretary) and Ryan T Sheahin (Treasurer).
What does The Cro Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.