EL Craig Foundation
Preselected recipients only
EL Craig Foundation is a private foundation in Joplin, Missouri. In tax year 2025 it gave $3.1 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $300,000 and the largest $1.0 million. 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$3.1 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$300,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3.1 million the year before.
33% 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 | $525,000 | 3 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $3.1 million | 7 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $3.1 million | 9 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
EL Craig Foundation 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
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 3 | $1.4 million |
| Virginia | 2 | $1.0 million |
| Michigan | 1 | $500,000 |
| California | 2 | $175,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| CATO Institute | Host committee-co-chair | $1.0 million |
| Institute for Justice | General Administration | $500,000 |
| Acton Institute | General administration | $500,000 |
| Donors Trust | General Administration | $500,000 |
| Becket Fund | General Administration | $300,000 |
| The Reason Foundation | General Administration | $100,000 |
| Intercollegiate Studies Institute | General Administration | $100,000 |
| Independent Institute | David J Theroux Chair | $75,000 |
| The Fund for American Studies | General Administration | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David C Humphreys
- Sarah Humphreys Atkins
- Debra G Humphreys
- Paul S Atkins
Questions people ask
Does EL Craig Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does EL Craig Foundation give?
$3.1 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $300,000.
Who runs EL Craig Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David C Humphreys (President/Treasurer/Secretary), Sarah Humphreys Atkins (Vice President), Debra G Humphreys (Director) and Paul S Atkins (Director).