Crawford Heritage Community Foundation
Based in Meadville, Pennsylvania, Crawford Heritage Community Foundation is a public charity that connects donors with charitable opportunities and supports nonprofit organizations, scholarships, and community initiatives. Founded in 1997, it focuses on improving quality of life in Crawford County while also helping donors support causes beyond the region.
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation at a glance
In short: Crawford Heritage Community Foundation gave $743K across 38 grants in 2024 (avg $20K), mostly in Pennsylvania. 3% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $742,715
- -13.8% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 38
- -9.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $19,545
- -4.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $11,292
- Total assets
- $39,748,566
- +13.5% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 3% first-time grantees (1 of 38, 2024)
- Primary geography
- Pennsylvania (82% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Crawford Heritage Community Foundation
- Review Cycle
- The Crawford Impact Initiative application period is January 1 through March 15.
- Deadline
- The Crawford Impact Initiative application period is January 1 through March 15.
- Next open deadline
- March 15, 2027 (Crawford Impact Initiative Grants)
- Contact
Mailing address: 415 Chestnut Street, Meadville, PA 16335
Phone: (814) 336-5206
Website: https://crawfordheritage.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Crawford Heritage Community Foundation
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation: Medical Scholarship
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Crawford Impact Initiative Grants
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation
Amount
US $5,000 - US $25,000
Deadline
Expected ~March
Based on past cycles
Karen and Michael Vinopal Family Scholarship
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation
Amount
$1,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Crawford Heritage Community Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Crawford County Career and Technical Center ($223K). Together the top 10 received $464K.
Grant Size Distribution
176 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 173 grants of 176 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation’s stated charitable purpose centers on Crawford County, Pennsylvania, and its discretionary grants are described as county-wide. In 2024, 82% of itemized grant dollars went to recipients in Pennsylvania. The foundation also says donors can create funds supporting causes locally, nationally, or internationally; the 2024 grant list includes recipients in other states.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 38 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Crawford Heritage Community Foundation open to new grantees?
3%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 1 of 38 grantees (3%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $20K. How we count
Medians: $8K first-time, $12K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $399K (2021) to $862K (2023). In 2024 it made 38 grants totaling $743K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crawford County Career and Technical Center Meadville, PA | General Support | $223,044 |
| Energy and Mineral Law Foundation Lexington, KY | General Support | $42,428 |
| Meadville Public Library Meadville, PA | General Support | $35,593 |
| Women's Services Inc Meadville, PA | General Support | $26,378 |
| Wesbury United Methodist Community Meadville, PA | General Support | $25,913 |
| Meadville Medical Center Meadville, PA | General Support | $25,408 |
| United Way of Western Crawford County Meadville, PA | General Support | $22,771 |
| Westar Institute Salem, OR | General Support | $21,220 |
| Chautauqua Institution Chautauqua, NY | General Support | $21,220 |
| French Creek Valley Conservancy Meadville, PA | General Support | $20,410 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The 2024 itemized grant total reflects 38 grants. The foundation’s separate filing narrative reports $1,135,440 in grants funded during 2024.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $39,748,566 | $5,819,123 | $1,645,728 | $742,715 | 38 | $3,790,924 |
| 2023 | $35,030,102 | $3,741,571 | $1,572,076 | $861,872 | 42 | $596,434 |
| 2022 | $28,653,403 | $2,291,425 | $1,263,829 | $528,773 | 33 | $780,828 |
| 2021 | $34,137,162 | $3,785,692 | $1,137,023 | $398,860 | 31 | $3,228,233 |
| 2020 | $30,716,805 | $2,249,926 | $1,044,668 | $399,701 | 32 | $1,207,303 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s stated mission is to provide a framework for charitable giving to local worthy causes in Crawford County, Pennsylvania. It describes its work as connecting people and organizations with charitable needs in the region and using grants to support donors’ causes as well as programs it selects.
Its discretionary grants focus on agriculture, environment and beautification; arts and culture; education and literacy; health, safety and well-being of vulnerable populations; and community and economic development. Eligible applicants listed on its website include tax-exempt nonprofits, government bodies, schools, and municipalities.
Grantees’ own descriptions illustrate the range of organizations supported. Women’s Services Inc. says it provides hope and resources for people affected by violence and advocates to end it. Meadville Medical Center describes itself as an independent community health system providing healthcare. French Creek Valley Conservancy says it works to protect the watershed’s environmental integrity through land protection, education, and research. Other listed grantees include organizations focused on adult care, community services, education, and religious, social, and political issues.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation’s itemized grants totaled $742,715 across 38 grants. Grant sizes ranged from $5,070 to $223,044, with a median of $11,292. The largest award listed was $223,044 to Crawford County Career and Technical Center for general support. Other notable awards included $35,593 to Meadville Public Library, $26,378 to Women’s Services Inc., and $25,408 to Meadville Medical Center, each for general support.
The foundation’s statement in its 2024 filing separately reports that it funded $1,135,440 in grants during the year. Its filing says discretionary grantees must report how grant money was spent; it also says most grants are for the general benefit of recipient organizations and do not require specific monitoring.
The Crawford Impact Initiative offers one annual application round for eligible organizations in Crawford County. The foundation describes the program as supporting preventive, impactful projects and emphasizes collaboration and measurable outcomes. One online application can be considered for eligible restricted and unrestricted funds. The stated award range is $5,000–$25,000.
The foundation also offers scholarships, including annual awards for eligible Crawford County students pursuing specified educational programs. These are scholarships for students, rather than grants to outside organizations.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Rev. Barry Cressman as president; Dave Galey as first vice president; Bobbi Jo DeCrapio as second vice president; Jennifer Mohtashemi as third vice president; Nancy Worman as treasurer; and Luke Ruot as secretary. Directors listed are Terry Funk, Paul Huber, Diane Robbins, and Susan Trucco.
The foundation’s website identifies Christian Maher as executive director, Amanda Chapel as philanthropic services coordinator, and Georgette Bennett as operations director.
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation is led by Christian M. Maher, Executive Director on every filing since 2020; 1 of 13 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Christian M. Maher
Executive Director
On filings since 2020
35 hrs/week
$80K (2020) → $99K (2024)
Barry Cressman
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Diane Robbins
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lisa Pepicelli Youngs Esq.
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Paul Huber
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Peter White
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Susan Trucco
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Terry Funk
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bobbi Jo Decrapio
Second Vice President
Director → Second Vice President, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dave Galey
First Vice President
Director → First Vice President, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Mohtashemi
Third Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Luke Ruot
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nancy Worman
Treasurer
Director → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Elisabeth Smith (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Jeffrey S. Lang (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Todd Ishimaru (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Kelly Brocious (2020–2021) — Treasurer
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 $99K, to Christian M Maher (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Crawford Heritage Community Foundation
How much does Crawford Heritage Community Foundation give each year?
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation gave $743K across 38 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $862K across 42 grants.
What is Crawford Heritage Community Foundation's typical grant size?
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $11,292, and its average grant was $19,545, across 38 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Crawford Heritage Community Foundation that year got $8K on average.
Where does Crawford Heritage Community Foundation give grants?
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation gives mostly in Pennsylvania: 82% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Kentucky (6%). The most frequent recipient cities were Meadville, PA (23 grants) and Greenville, PA (2 grants).
Does Crawford Heritage Community Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Crawford Heritage Community Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (38 of 38) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are Crawford Heritage Community Foundation's largest grantees?
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Crawford County Career and Technical Center ($223,044), Energy and Mineral Law Foundation ($42,428) and Meadville Public Library ($35,593), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 41% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Crawford Heritage Community Foundation?
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation reported $39.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $5.8M.
What does Crawford Heritage Community Foundation fund?
The foundation’s stated mission is to provide a framework for charitable giving to local worthy causes in Crawford County, Pennsylvania. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Crawford Heritage Community Foundation?
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check crawfordheritage.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Crawford Heritage Community Foundation's EIN?
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 25-1813245. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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 9, 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 14, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 14, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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