Corn Refiners Association Inc
Cra is the national trade association representing the corn refining industry (exclusive of ethanol production) of the united states. On a regular basis cra monitors regulatory activity for issues of concern to the industry; publishes educational material on corn and corn products for schools, government, media, and the public; sponsors research and technical programs, and performs statistical services for the industry.
Corn Refiners Association Inc at a glance
In short: Corn Refiners Association Inc gave $32K across 4 grants in 2024 (avg $8K), mostly in District of Columbia. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $32,000
- -77.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 4
- -50.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $8,000
- -54.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $8,250
- Total assets
- $11,345,598
- +1.5% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- District of Columbia (80% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who Corn Refiners Association Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 4 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Washington International Trade Foundation ($10K). Together the top 4 received $32K.
Grant Size Distribution
23 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 22 grants of 23 (96%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 4 itemized grants.
Cities
How Corn Refiners Association Inc gives
- Giving fell 20% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $32K (2024) to $2.8M (2020). In 2024 it made 4 grants totaling $32K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington International Trade Foundation Washington, DC | Annual Award Dinner Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| US-Mexico Foundation Washington, DC | North Capital Forum Sponsorship | $10,000 |
| The Mount Vernon Ladies Association of the Union Mount Vernon, VA | 2024 Annual Receptionl Spirit of Mount Verson Sponsorship | $6,500 |
| The Friends of the National Arboretum Washington, DC | Annual Dinner Under the Stars Sponsorship | $5,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,345,598 | $8,068,399 | $7,594,792 | $32,000 | 4 | $413,691 |
| 2023 | $11,180,297 | $7,640,658 | $7,804,378 | $140,000 | 8 | $65,132 |
| 2022 | $11,409,439 | $7,707,781 | $7,183,865 | $101,000 | 6 | $178,508 |
| 2021 | $10,439,497 | $7,705,832 | $7,247,048 | $40,000 | 2 | $156,883 |
| 2020 | $8,996,109 | $5,935,176 | $8,812,235 | $2,790,000 | 3 | $114,722 |
About Corn Refiners Association Inc
Based on IRS filings
Corn Refiners Association Inc is a public charity, based in Washington, DC. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $11.3M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 4 grants totaling $32K. Net investment income was $414K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Corn Refiners Association Inc is led by John W. Bode, President & CEO on every filing since 2020; 10 of 24 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
John W. Bode
President & CEO
On filings since 2020
38 hrs/week
$796K (2020) → $894K (2024)
Rob Ritchie
Chairman
Chairman → Board Member, 2021
Board Member → Chairman, 2023
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jamaica Gayle
Senior Director, Sustainability & Environmental Aff
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$143K (2024)
Kent Roberson
Senior Director & Government Relations
New on the 2024 filing
32 hrs/week
$159K (2024)
Spencer Chase
Senior Director & Communications
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$128K (2024)
Robin Jeanine Bowen
Senior Vice President & External Affairs
Vice President & External Affairs → Senior Vice President, 2021
Senior Vice President → Senior Vice President & External Affairs, 2024
On filings since 2020
30 hrs/week
$184K (2020) → $294K (2024)
Keniece Barbee
Chief of Staff
On filings since 2023
24 hrs/week
$140K (2023) → $171K (2024)
James Glueck
Senior Vice President & Advanced Bioproducts
New on the 2024 filing
6 hrs/week
$340K (2024)
Kristy Mills
Vice President, Trade & Industry Affairs
New on the 2024 filing
38 hrs/week
$235K (2024)
Ruth Richards
Executive Assistant
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$119K (2024)
Shawna Newsome
Vice President & Food Policy
New on the 2024 filing
40 hrs/week
$154K (2024)
Christopher M. Cuddy
Board Member
Board Member → Vice Chairman, 2021
Vice Chairman → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Resac
Treasurer
Board Member → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2020
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jim Stutelberg
Board Member
Vice Chairman → Chairman, 2021
Chairman → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kris Lutt
Board Member
Treasurer → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mike J. Wagner
Board Member
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mindaugas Gedvilas
Board Member
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Richard Grizzo
Board Member
On filings since 2020
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dana Johnson
Board Member
On filings since 2021
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Brian Peters
Board Member
On filings since 2023
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jimmy Kent
Vice Chairman
On filings since 2023
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Leopoldo Horle
Board Member
On filings since 2023
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Travis Elliott
Board Member
On filings since 2023
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
William Magee
Board Member
On filings since 2023
3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (9)
- Former: Allison Cooke (2020–2023) — Vice President & Food Policy
- Former: Jessica Bowman (2020–2023) — Vice President & Advanced Bioproducts
- Former: Jorgen Kokke (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Michael Anderson (2020–2023) — Vice President, Trade & Industry
- Former: Ron Zitzow (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Eamon Monahan (2020–2022) — Vice President & Environmental Affairs
- Former: Patrick Homoelle (2020–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Juan Rossi (2020) — Board Member
- Former: Stephen Gardner (2020) — Chief Operating Officer
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $894K, to John Bode (President & CEO). 10 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Corn Refiners Association Inc
How much does Corn Refiners Association Inc give each year?
Corn Refiners Association Inc gave $32K across 4 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $140K across 8 grants.
What is Corn Refiners Association Inc's typical grant size?
Corn Refiners Association Inc's median grant in 2024 was $8,250, and its average grant was $8,000, across 4 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Corn Refiners Association Inc give grants?
Corn Refiners Association Inc gives mostly in District of Columbia: 80% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Virginia (20%). The most frequent recipient cities were Washington, DC (3 grants).
Does Corn Refiners Association Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 4 grants with a stated purpose on Corn Refiners Association Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
How large is Corn Refiners Association Inc?
Corn Refiners Association Inc reported $11.3M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $8.1M.
What is Corn Refiners Association Inc's EIN?
Corn Refiners Association Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-0230814. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 10, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 14, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 2, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 20, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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