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Est.

2004

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Crane Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. With a total of $1.2 million granted to 74 organizations in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO SUPPORT CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES IN THE COMMUNITIES IN WHICH WE LIVE.
Total Funding Given
$1.2M
2024
Grantees funded
74
Multi-year grantees
34%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
27
Median 1st year grant
$15K
Median 2nd year grant
$15K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
D
Douglas F Kridler
Board Member
T
Timothy T Miller
Board Member
S
Scott Heitkamp
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, Virginia, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $15 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 30 grants, totaling nearly $1.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include COLUMBUS FOUNDATION, THE NATURE CONSERVANCY, and UNITED WAY OF CENTRAL OHIO INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION?
CRANE FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.