The Cravens Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cravens Foundation is a private foundation in Brooklyn, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $595,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$595,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$7.5 million
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2024 was up from $385,000 the year before.
79% 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 | $385,000 | 14 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $595,000 | 19 | $7.5 million |
How to apply
The Cravens 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 The Cravens Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 14 | $370,000 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Street Climate Fund | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Girls Education Collaborative | Charitable | $50,000 |
| International African Amer Museum | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Brooklyn Org | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Places Journal | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Low Country Land Trust | Charitable | $50,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Democracy Forward | Charitable | $50,000 |
| One Community | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Torn Space Theater | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Mass Design Group | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Coles House Project | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Intl Refugee Assistance Project | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Catskill Forest Association | Charitable | $10,000 |
| St Ann's Warehouse | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Knickerbocker Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Chips | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Prospect Park Alliance | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Catskill Center | Charitable | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Curtis L Cravens
Questions people ask
Does The Cravens Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cravens Foundation give?
$595,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Cravens Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Curtis L Cravens (Trustee).
What does The Cravens Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and arts and culture.