The Crowther Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Crowther Foundation is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,000 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $17,500. 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$110,000
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$17,500
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $100,500 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $90,000 | 17 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $100,500 | 16 | $2.1 million |
| 2025 | $110,000 | 16 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The Crowther 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 The Crowther Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 9 | $65,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $7,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $7,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ensworth School | Assistance with youth programs | $17,500 |
| Sexual Assault Center | To provide assistance for sexual assault victims | $10,000 |
| CARE House of Oakland County | Assistance with child abuse prevention efforts | $10,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Assistance with the mission to end hunger | $10,000 |
| Safe Families for Children | Assistance with programs for families in crisis | $7,500 |
| The Exodus Road Inc | Assistance with programs to stop human trafficking | $7,500 |
| Mama Lere Hearing School | Assistance with educating deaf children | $6,000 |
| Bridges for Deaf Hard of Hearing | Assistance with programs for the deaf | $6,000 |
| United Way of Berks County | Assistance with youth programs | $5,000 |
| Olivet Boys Girls Club | Assistance with youth sports programs | $5,000 |
| Detroit Rescue Mission Ministries | Assistance with programs to aid the homeless | $5,000 |
| Individual | Assistance with programs for the disabled | $5,000 |
| Nashville Rescue Mission | Assistance with programs to aid the homeless | $5,000 |
| MACC Fund | Fund research for cures of childhood cancers | $5,000 |
| Individual | Aid families with disabled children | $3,000 |
| Nashville Humane Society | Assistance promoting pet adoption | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Joy R Crowther
- Paige S Harris
- Mark A Shiller
Questions people ask
Does The Crowther Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Crowther Foundation give?
$110,000 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs The Crowther Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joy R Crowther (President), Paige S Harris (Vice President) and Mark A Shiller (TreasurerSecretary).
What does The Crowther Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and education.