Crane Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Crane Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $382,846 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $102,846. 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$382,846
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$102,846
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees79%
Giving in 2025 was down from $827,500 the year before.
79% 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 | 14 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $827,500 | 11 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $382,846 | 14 | $6.0 million |
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 grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $230,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $102,846 |
| Missouri | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Third Option Foundation | To further charitable purpose | $102,846 |
| Astros Foundation | To further charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| St Johns School | Further charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | To further charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| University of Central Missouri | To further charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Kinkaid School | Charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Men of Distinction | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| Texas Business Hall of Fame | To further charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Post Oak Little League | To further charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Richard Davis Kann Melanoma Foundation | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | To further charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Sam Houston Area Council | To further charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Amfar Foundation for AIDS Research | To further charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | To further charitable purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James R Crane
- Jared Crane
- Krystal Crane Thompson
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?
$382,846 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Crane Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists James R Crane (President), Jared Crane (VP) and Krystal Crane Thompson (VP).
What does Crane Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.