The Cristal Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cristal Family Foundation is a private foundation in Shaker Heights, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.2 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$50.7 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 | $1.9 million | 18 | $43.9 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 17 | $50.7 million |
How to apply
The Cristal Family 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 Cristal Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 9 | $1.3 million |
| Iowa | 1 | $200,000 |
| California | 1 | $125,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $125,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $75,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $75,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $40,235 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| One Mind | General fund | $300,000 |
| Edwins | General fund | $250,000 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank | General fund | $250,000 |
| Mercy Corps - Humanitarian Response Fund | General fund | $200,000 |
| Children Hunger Alliance | General fund | $176,800 |
| Experience Camps | General fund | $125,000 |
| Homeboy Industries | General fund | $125,000 |
| Change Summer | General fund | $100,000 |
| Global Cleveland | General fund | $100,000 |
| One Voice | General fund | $100,000 |
| American Cancer Society - Pan Am Bike Ride | General fund | $100,000 |
| Boys Hope Girls Hope | General fund | $75,000 |
| Facing Historypeace Literacy | General fund | $75,000 |
| City Club | General fund | $62,500 |
| City Mission of Cleveland | General fund | $50,000 |
| Hope Recovery | General fund | $40,235 |
| Hunger Network | General fund | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael A Cristal
- Jeffrey D Cristal
- Julie A Cristal
- Sara P Cristal
- Susan M Cristal
- Ryan M Cristal
- Natasha Sanchez Cristal
- Andrew M Cristal
- Mark R Goetzmann
Questions people ask
Does The Cristal Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cristal Family Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs The Cristal Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael A Cristal (Co-President), Jeffrey D Cristal (Co-President), Julie A Cristal (Director) and Sara P Cristal (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does The Cristal Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and youth programs.