The Crain Foundation
Accepts applications
The Crain Foundation is a private foundation in Longview, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.7 million in 145 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $760,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.7 million
- Number of grants145
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$760,000
- Assets$46.2 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.8 million the year before.
17% 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 | $1.8 million | 138 | $44.6 million |
| 2024 | $2.7 million | 145 | $46.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Ann Lacy Crain P O Box 2146, Longview, TX 75606 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (903) 758-8276 |
| What to submit | Explanation of requesting organization, proposed amount and use, proof of their IRS exempt status (letter ruling) or that they are a non-profit organization and are exempt from paying income tax. |
| Deadlines | Applications are accepted at any time |
| Restrictions | Grants are made only to tax-exempt organizations qualifying as sec. 501(c)(3) organizations or similar exemption. |
What The Crain Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 123 | $2.4 million |
| Virginia | 2 | $90,000 |
| Tennessee | 8 | $87,500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $78,000 |
| New York | 3 | $22,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $15,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $5,625 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Episcopal High School | Private religious high school | $760,000 |
| Longview Museum of Fine Arts | Promotion of visual arts | $195,000 |
| Trinity School of Texas the | For the spring gala | $101,600 |
| St Lukes United Methodist Church | General support | $100,000 |
| St John's School | For christian education | $86,000 |
| Lawrenceville School the | For private education | $78,000 |
| Austin Trinity School | General contribution | $75,000 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundati | General support | $70,000 |
| Washington Lee University | For higher education | $60,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church | Religious organization | $55,000 |
| Martin House Cac the | For children's advocacy center | $50,000 |
| Camp for All Foundation | Special needs summer camp | $50,000 |
| Rhodes College | For liberal arts education services | $50,000 |
| Christian Community Service Center | To serve the poor, hungry, disabled, and otherwise needy. | $50,000 |
| Neuhaus Education Center | Promoting youth reading success | $40,000 |
| St John Divine Episcopal Church | For christian ministry | $30,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General support | $30,000 |
| Southern Methodist University | Private university | $26,000 |
| East Texas Food Bank | Community food supply | $25,000 |
| Panola College Foundation | General contribution | $25,000 |
| Presbyterian Camps at Gilmont | General support | $25,000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital Houston | General support | $25,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | General support | $25,000 |
| River Oaks Baptist School | For christian education | $21,000 |
| Longview Symphony League | Promotion of classical music | $20,500 |
| Colgate University | Funding of private university | $20,000 |
| Christus Good Shepherd Foundation | Foundation for community health clinic | $20,000 |
| Kappa Kappa Gamma FDTN | Loyalty fund | $20,000 |
| Tirr Foundation | For the advancement of medical technology | $20,000 |
| Northeast Texas Habitat for Humanit | General support | $20,000 |
| Sewanee the University of the South | General support | $20,000 |
| Buckner International | Global ministry improving lives | $15,000 |
| SMU Cox School of Business | General support | $15,000 |
| Houston Museum of Nat Sciences | Annual fund | $12,500 |
| Gregg Co Historical Foundation | General contribution | $12,000 |
| Amazing Place | General contribution | $10,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Medical research | $10,000 |
| Kenyon College | Private liberal arts college | $10,000 |
| Longview World of Wonders | General - for youth education | $10,000 |
| MD Anderson | For cancer research | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon Owens
- Rogers L Crain
- B Walter Crain III
- Ann Lacy Crain II
- Darren Groce
- Jim Deborah
Questions people ask
Does The Crain Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Applications are accepted at any time.
How much does The Crain Foundation give?
$2.7 million in tax year 2024, across 145 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Crain Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jon Owens (Controller), Rogers L Crain (Vp/Director), B Walter Crain III (Vp/Director) and Ann Lacy Crain II (Vp/Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Crain Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.