Crowell Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Crowell Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $92,940 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $20,598. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$92,940
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$20,598
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees26%
Giving in 2025 was up from $76,439 the year before.
26% 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 | $57,140 | 26 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $76,439 | 45 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $92,940 | 35 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Thomas W Crowell 66 Bennitt Avenue, San Anselmo, CA 94960 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (415) 456-6753 |
| What to submit | Trustees will research and analyze possible recipients of contributions-otherwise no set format established |
| Restrictions | Subject to review & approval by trustees |
What Crowell Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 8 | $30,304 |
| Wyoming | 2 | $21,098 |
| Idaho | 1 | $14,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $6,038 |
| District of Columbia | 6 | $5,500 |
| New York | 4 | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $2,500 |
| California | 2 | $2,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,500 |
| Arkansas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hole | General fund | $20,598 |
| Colorado Givesorg | General support | $16,742 |
| Community Foundation of Teton Valley | General fund | $14,000 |
| American Red Cross | General fund | $7,000 |
| Brooks School | General fund | $2,500 |
| Chaffee County Community Foundation | General fund | $2,062 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | General fund | $2,000 |
| Kendall at Hanover | General operating fund | $2,000 |
| Smith College | General support | $2,000 |
| Organic Consumers Association | General fund | $1,500 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | General fund | $1,038 |
| Chewonki Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | General fund | $1,000 |
| 350ORG | General fund | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General fund | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General fund | $1,000 |
| Heifer Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| International Community Foundation | Liga mac fund hurricane | $1,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All | General fund | $1,000 |
| NRDC | General fund | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | General fund | $1,000 |
| Putney School | General fund | $1,000 |
| Environment Colorado | General support fund | $1,000 |
| Sjsu Department of Ot | General support fund | $1,000 |
| Oil Change International | General support fund | $1,000 |
| Environmental Working Group | General fund | $1,000 |
| National Park Foundation | General fund | $1,000 |
| Colorado Coalition for the Homeless | General support | $1,000 |
| Khen Public Radio | General support | $1,000 |
| Places to Age | General support | $1,000 |
| Colorado Avalanche Information Center | General fund | $500 |
| Friends of Canaan Village | General fund | $500 |
| Pine Manor | General fund | $500 |
| Americans United | General support fund | $500 |
| Wyoming Public Radio | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas W Crowell
- Deborah W Crowell
Questions people ask
Does Crowell Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Crowell Family Foundation give?
$92,940 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Crowell Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas W Crowell (Trustee) and Deborah W Crowell (Trustee).
What does Crowell Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and environment and conservation.