Patton-Cronkhite Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Patton-Cronkhite Foundation is a private foundation in Spearfish, South Dakota. In tax year 2025 it gave $61,131 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,637 and the largest $31,000. 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$61,131
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,637
- Largest grant$31,000
- Assets$908,182
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,450 the year before.
43% 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 | $39,829 | 13 | $802,328 |
| 2024 | $30,450 | 10 | $859,672 |
| 2025 | $61,131 | 7 | $908,182 |
How to apply
Patton-Cronkhite 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to South Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | 3 | $39,437 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $9,665 |
| Oregon | 1 | $2,029 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat One | Unrestricted | $31,000 |
| Change the Air Foundation | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Duluth Area Family YMCA | Unrestricted | $9,000 |
| Black Hills State University Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,637 |
| Hobo's Healing Heart | Unrestricted | $2,800 |
| Youth With A Mission | Unrestricted | $2,029 |
| Pheasants Forever Inc | Unrestricted | $665 |
Officers and trustees
- Jane P Cronkhite
- Phillips E Patton
- Gregory A Cronkhite
Questions people ask
Does Patton-Cronkhite Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Patton-Cronkhite Foundation give?
$61,131 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,637.
Who runs Patton-Cronkhite Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jane P Cronkhite (President), Phillips E Patton (Treasurer) and Gregory A Cronkhite (Director).