Frank Cross Foundation West
Preselected recipients only
Frank Cross Foundation West is a private foundation in Henderson, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $28,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $18,000. 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$28,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$315,571
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $18,000 the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $7,635 | 7 | $306,385 |
| 2023 | $18,000 | 1 | $298,969 |
| 2024 | $28,500 | 3 | $315,571 |
How to apply
Frank Cross Foundation West 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 Frank Cross Foundation West funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1 | $18,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders | Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert S Shahin
- Carol Shahin
- Anisa Shahin
- Julia Collard
Questions people ask
Does Frank Cross Foundation West accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank Cross Foundation West give?
$28,500 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Frank Cross Foundation West?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert S Shahin (President & Director), Carol Shahin (Director), Anisa Shahin (Vice-President & Director) and Julia Collard (Director).
What does Frank Cross Foundation West fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.