Crane Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Crane Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lake Oswego, Oregon. In tax year 2024 it gave $25,762 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $968 and the largest $7,275. 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$25,762
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$968
- Largest grant$7,275
- Assets$176,187
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $27,966 the year before.
29% 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 | $27,966 | 13 | $0 |
| 2024 | $25,762 | 12 | $176,187 |
How to apply
Crane 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 Crane Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Oregon. It also paid $3,260 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 8 | $16,076 |
| Washington | 2 | $5,526 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $900 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fly Fishing Collaborative | Train Majority World church planters, pastors and Chritian leaders to effectively equip their congregations to evangelize and disciple their communities for Christ. | $7,275 |
| Good Samaritan Ministries | To support ongoing Christ centered counseling. | $5,000 |
| Individual | $3,626 | |
| Individual | Support school fees for refugees. | $3,260 |
| Centeredorg | Raise up generations of Jesus-centered leaders. | $1,900 |
| Individual | Faith based Evangelisim and Festivals. | $1,000 |
| Individual | $936 | |
| National Student Leadership Forum | To empower leaders using Jesus as a model, aiming to nuture leaders who value reconciliation, truth and love. | $900 |
| Individual | Housing assistance. | $650 |
| Village Church | To help meet the felt needs of both Villagers and non-church going neighbors. | $615 |
| Friends of the Children | Impact generational change by empowering youth who are facing the greatest obstacles through relationships with professional mentors. | $500 |
| Oregon Food Bank | To eliminate hunger and its root causes. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas A Crane
- Timothy M Crane
- Benjamin M Crane
- Katherine Crane
Questions people ask
Does Crane Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Crane Family Foundation give?
$25,762 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $968.
Who runs Crane Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Douglas A Crane (Executive Dir.), Timothy M Crane (Secretary), Benjamin M Crane (Vice President) and Katherine Crane (Assistant Dir.).
What does Crane Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and education.