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The Crain Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization, has a significant grantmaking scale, having distributed a total of $2.7 million across 159 grantees in 2024, with notable funding directed to Texas, Tennessee, and New Jersey. The foundation is currently open for unsolicited proposals, inviting prospective applicants to review the 'How to Apply' section of their profile page to determine their fit for funding opportunities.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
EPISCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL
$2M
9%

LONGVIEW MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS
$777.1K
3%
THE LAWRENCEVILLE SCHOOL
$592K
3%
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Total No. of Grants
145
Median 1st year grant
$5K
Median 2nd year grant
$5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE CRAIN FOUNDATION?
Yes. THE CRAIN FOUNDATION accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile.
Where does THE CRAIN FOUNDATION give?
THE CRAIN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Tennessee, and New Jersey. 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 THE CRAIN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE CRAIN FOUNDATION fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $5,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE CRAIN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE CRAIN FOUNDATION awarded about 150 grants, totaling nearly $2.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE CRAIN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE CRAIN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 160 grantees. Recent grantees include EPISCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL, LONGVIEW MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, and THE LAWRENCEVILLE SCHOOL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE CRAIN FOUNDATION?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile.
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