Cromley Messina Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cromley Messina Foundation is a private foundation in White Sulphur Springs, Montana. In tax year 2024 it gave $53,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$53,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$375,055
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $38,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $38,000 | 4 | $429,805 |
| 2024 | $53,000 | 4 | $375,055 |
How to apply
Cromley Messina 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.
What Cromley Messina Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Montana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Montana | 3 | $28,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Wildlife Federation | General | $25,000 |
| Montana Land Reliance | General | $20,000 |
| Center for Large Landscape Conservation | General | $5,000 |
| Montana Trout Unlimited | General | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Taya R Cromley
- James A Messina
- Jim Crounse
Questions people ask
Does Cromley Messina Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cromley Messina Foundation give?
$53,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Cromley Messina Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Taya R Cromley (President), James A Messina (Treasurer) and Jim Crounse (Director).
What does Cromley Messina Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.