Cranaleith Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Cranaleith Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $26.1 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $140,000 and the largest $6.4 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$26.1 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$140,000
- Largest grant$6.4 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
70% 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 | $1.4 million | 64 | $25.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 68 | $28.5 million |
| 2025 | $26.1 million | 10 | $0 |
How to apply
Cranaleith 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.
What Cranaleith Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 4 | $25.8 million |
| New York | 2 | $255,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable - Jeanne and Frank Trainer Fund | Donor advised fund | $6.4 million |
| Fidelity Charitable -Sy Donor Fund | Donor advised fund | $6.4 million |
| Fidelity Charitable - L and L Fund | Donor advised fund | $6.4 million |
| Fidelity Charitable - Ironwood Fund | Donor advised fund | $6.4 million |
| Cahn Fellowsteachers College | Strengthen public schools by investing in its' school leaders | $230,000 |
| Cranaleith Spiritual Center | Spiritual center | $50,000 |
| Yivo Institute | Research and education | $25,000 |
| Levitt Pavilion | Music experiences | $15,000 |
| High View | Youth development | $10,000 |
| Mile High 360 | Inner city kids | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Francis H Trainer Jr
- Jeanne A Trainer
Questions people ask
Does Cranaleith Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cranaleith Foundation Inc give?
$26.1 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $140,000.
Who runs Cranaleith Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Francis H Trainer Jr (President) and Jeanne A Trainer (Vice President).
What does Cranaleith Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.