Crystal Springs Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Crystal Springs Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$42.6 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.9 million the year before.
40% 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 | $2.9 million | 11 | $42.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 15 | $42.6 million |
How to apply
Crystal Springs 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 Crystal Springs Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 6 | $501,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $400,000 |
| California | 1 | $250,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $115,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $40,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $15,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $7,500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shelterbox | 2024 grant | $250,000 |
| The Other Side Academy | 2024 grant | $250,000 |
| LDS Fast Offering Fund | 2024 grant | $150,000 |
| Freedom Missionary Church | 2024 grant | $120,000 |
| American Foundation for Children With AIDS | 2024 grant | $115,000 |
| Salvation Army | 2024 grant | $100,000 |
| Action Against Hunger | 2024 grant | $100,000 |
| American Red Cross | 2024 grant | $100,000 |
| Fred Hutch (UW Medicine) | 2024 grant | $100,000 |
| Bridge of Promise | 2024 grant | $56,000 |
| Forever Young Foundation | 2024 grant | $40,000 |
| Raven Rock Ranch | 2024 grant | $25,000 |
| Maui Preparatory Academy | 2024 grant | $15,000 |
| Klamath Basin Senior Citizen's Center | 2024 grant | $7,500 |
| Henry's Fork Foundation | 2024 grant | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael R Murray
- Joyce B Murray
Questions people ask
Does Crystal Springs Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Crystal Springs Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Crystal Springs Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael R Murray (Director, President/Treasu) and Joyce B Murray (Director, Vp/Secretary).
What does Crystal Springs Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.