Joe and Mary Ann Cromeans Charitable Foundation Trust
Historical FunderOrange Beach, Alabama · EIN 85-1191628 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $60,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | GRAY CROMEANS |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 352, ORANGE BEACH AL 36561 |
| Phone | 2519239297 |
| Form and materials | MEDICAL AND PERFORMING ARTS MAJORS MAY APPLY THROUGH THE FINANCIAL AID DEPARTMENT AT VARIOUS PRE-SELECTED UNIVERSITIES |
| Deadlines | UNIVERSITY SPECIFIC |
| Restrictions | AWARDED ONLY TO STUDENTS OF MEDICAL OR PERFORMING ARTS MAJORS |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
2% of grants went outside Alabama.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Service Center | Lanett, AL | Community welfare | $150,000 |
| Auburn University Foundation | Auburn, AL | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| Coastal Alabama Community College | Bay Minette, AL | Scholarship | $60,000 |
| Samford University | Birmingham, AL | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| Troy University Foundation | Troy, AL | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | Birmingham, AL | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville | Huntsville, AL | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| University of Mobile | Mobile, AL | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| University of Montevallo Foundation | Montevallo, AL | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| University of South Alabama | Mobile, AL | Scholarships | $60,000 |
| Mobile Symphony Inc | Mobile, AL | Arts and community welfare | $35,000 |
| Jennifer Claire Moore Foundation | Foley, AL | Community welfare | $26,000 |
| Eastern Shore Repertory Theatre | Daphne, AL | Community welfare | $25,000 |
| Under His Wings | Robertsdale, AL | Community welfare | $25,000 |
| Palm Project | Summerdale, AL | Community welfare | $25,000 |
| Scottboro Drama Team | Scottsboro, AL | Community welfare | $25,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of South Alabama-Foley | Foley, AL | Community welfare | $25,000 |
| South Baldwin Literacy Council | Foley, AL | Education and community welfare | $17,000 |
| Meow's & Mutts Rescue | Mobile, AL | Community welfare | $15,000 |
| Fairhope- Pointclear Rotary Youth Club | Fairhope, AL | Community welfare | $15,000 |
| Baldwin County Angels | Robertsdale, AL | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Baldwin Family Village | Fairhope, AL | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Ecumenical Ministires Inc | Fairhope, AL | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Mary's Shelter Gulf Coast | Elberta, AL | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Prodisee Pantry | Spanish Fort, AL | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| The Haven | Fairhope, AL | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| The Lighthouse | Robertsdale, AL | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Youth Reach | Summerdale, AL | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Rapahope Childrens Retreat- Camp Rapahope | Mobile, AL | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Ymca- Greater Montgomery | Wetumpka, AL | Community welfare | $10,000 |
| Safe Harbor Animal Coalition | Pensacola, FL | Community welfare and animal protection | $5,000 |
| Stray Love Foundation | Magnolia Springs, AL | Community welfare | $5,000 |
| Shorty's Safe Haven | Elberta, AL | Community welfare | $5,000 |
| Coastal Baldwin Eductaional Enrichment Foundation | Gulf Shores, AL | Scholarships | $3,000 |
| Baldwin County Youth Orchestra | Fairhope, AL | Community welfare | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,044,000 | 35 |
| 2024 | $846,500 | 34 |
| 2023 | $475,500 | 16 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601359349103700
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-1191628
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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