James and Molly Crownover Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James and Molly Crownover Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $374,447 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $97,101. 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$374,447
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$97,101
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $428,836 the year before.
42% 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 | $428,836 | 24 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $374,447 | 21 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
James and Molly Crownover 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 James and Molly Crownover Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas. It also paid $27,227 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 17 | $336,220 |
| New York | 2 | $6,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Grand Opera | Founders council | $97,101 |
| Rice University | 2024 friend of fondren; moody center for the arts; boniuk institute; evening for rice's honour; friends of fondren dinner; kinder institute luncheon | $63,500 |
| Rice University | Brockman music and performing arts; leebron university professor; nest phase 2 gap | $60,072 |
| United Way of Houston | Building possibilities campaign; annual pledge | $45,196 |
| American Hospital of Paris | General support | $27,227 |
| Asia Society of Texas | Annual pledge | $15,274 |
| Houston Ballet | Annual pledge | $10,000 |
| Houston Methodist Society (Methodist Hospital Foundation) | Annual pledge | $10,000 |
| Houston Parks Board | Annual luncheon desroches co-chair | $5,000 |
| St Helena Hospital Foundation | In memory of elaine jones | $5,000 |
| St John's School | Annual pledge | $5,000 |
| Teach for America | 2024 luncheon | $5,000 |
| The Holdsworth Center | 2024 luncheon | $5,000 |
| William A Lawson Institute for Peace and Prosperity | General support | $5,000 |
| Phi Beta Kappa Houston TX Association | 2024 dinner | $4,177 |
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | Rocc employee scholarship fund | $3,000 |
| Asia Society of Texas | Huffington award dinner | $2,500 |
| Men of Distinction of Greater Houston | 2024 luncheon | $2,400 |
| Good Reason Houston | Annual luncheon | $2,000 |
| National Multiple Sclerosis Society | Ms-150/tom divine | $1,000 |
| Nora's Home | 2024 gala | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Crownover
- Molly Crownover
- Corwin Crownover
Questions people ask
Does James and Molly Crownover Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James and Molly Crownover Foundation give?
$374,447 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs James and Molly Crownover Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James Crownover (Director), Molly Crownover (Director) and Corwin Crownover (Director).
What does James and Molly Crownover Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and health.