The Crean Foundation
Laguna Hills, California · EIN 953676334 · Private foundation
Based in Laguna Hills, California, The Crean Foundation has awarded $20.8M across 618 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Chapman University. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What The Crean Foundation funds
The Crean Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, disability services, education, environment & conservation, and related causes.
Populations it has supported include children, disabled, families, foster youth, homeless population, low-income communities.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapman University Education. | Orange, CA | $1.0M | 2017 |
| Chapman University Education. | Orange, CA | $1.0M | 2018 |
| Chapman University Education. | Orange, CA | $1.0M | 2020 |
How to apply for funding from The Crean Foundation
The Crean Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.
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Frequently asked questions about The Crean Foundation
- Does The Crean Foundation accept grant applications?
- The Crean Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does The Crean Foundation fund?
- The Crean Foundation's grants focus on adult education. Example recipients include Chapman University. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Crean Foundation give in grants?
- The Crean Foundation reported $3.5M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $20.8M over 618 grants.
- Where is The Crean Foundation located?
- The Crean Foundation is based in Laguna Hills, California. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 953676334.
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