Earlane & Sam Croom Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Earlane & Sam Croom Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $168,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $23,500. 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$168,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$23,500
- Assets$8.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $502,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $502,000 | 2 | $7.7 million |
| 2024 | $168,000 | 13 | $8.6 million |
How to apply
Earlane & Sam Croom 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 Earlane & Sam Croom Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $113,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vision Africa Ministries | General operating | $23,500 |
| Kids Matter | General operating | $20,000 |
| Conservative Partnership Institute | General operating | $20,000 |
| Ingram Warrior Homes | General operating | $15,000 |
| Feed My Starving Children | General operating | $15,000 |
| Day Spring Senior Living | General operating | $11,000 |
| Gatehouse | General operating | $11,000 |
| West Dallas School | General operating | $10,000 |
| Mobilize the Church | General operating | $10,000 |
| Meals on Wheels | General operating | $10,000 |
| Grace Relief | General operating | $10,000 |
| Stepping Stones Foundation | General operating | $10,000 |
| Sent Church | General operating | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carolyn C Beatty
Questions people ask
Does Earlane & Sam Croom Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Earlane & Sam Croom Foundation give?
$168,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs Earlane & Sam Croom Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carolyn C Beatty (Trustee).
What does Earlane & Sam Croom Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and seniors.