Joe and Jessie Crump Fund
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 75-6045044 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$2.6M
Organizations funded19
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$78.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $100,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
94% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Episcopal Theological Seminary of the Southwest | Austin, TX | General | $1,355,000 |
| Kelsey Research Foundation | Houston, TX | General | $350,000 |
| Camp Summit Inc | Dallas, TX | General | $200,000 |
| Fort Worth Museum of Science and History | Fort Worth, TX | General | $115,552 |
| All Saints Health Foundation | Fort Worth, TX | General | $100,000 |
| American Cancer Society | Fort Worth, TX | General | $100,000 |
| W I Cook Foundation Inc Cook Children's Rehabilitation | Fort Worth, TX | General | $70,340 |
| Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation | Houston, TX | General | $50,000 |
| Scottish Rite for Children | Dallas, TX | General | $50,000 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association | Chicago, IL | General | $50,000 |
| Midland Children's Rehabilitation Center | Midland, TX | General | $35,000 |
| Neuro Assistance Foundation | Keller, TX | General | $30,000 |
| Special Olympics Texas Inc | Austin, TX | General | $25,000 |
| Helping Everyone Reach Outstanding | Richardson, TX | General | $20,000 |
| Guide Dogs of Texas Inc | San Antonio, TX | General | $20,000 |
| Fortis Therapy Center | Dripping Springs, TX | General | $15,000 |
| Rise Adventures Inc | Southlake, TX | General | $10,000 |
| Childrens Assoc for Maximum Potenti | San Antonio, TX | General | $5,000 |
| Variety - the Childrens Charity of Texas | Austin, TX | General | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,605,892 | 19 |
| 2023 | $1,385,000 | 16 |
| 2022 | $2,167,250 | 15 |
| 2021 | $3,544,744 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602199349100215
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 75-6045044
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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