Crystal Springs Foundation
Crystal Springs Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, Washington, established in 2001. The organization operates as a 501(c)(3) charitable entity and maintains a lean operational structure with minimal staff. The foundation manages substantial assets and distributes grants to nonprofit organizations, schools, government entities, and religious organizations across the United States.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$24.8M
+0.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.4M
-51.0% YoY
Grant Count
15
+36.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$96K
-64.1% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Crystal Springs Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.9M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation does not specify particular subject areas of focus in its public materials. However, grant distribution patterns indicate support across multiple sectors including:
- Animals
- Children and Youth
- Community Development
- Faith-Based Organizations
- Health and Well-Being
- Human Services
- Disaster Preparedness and Relief
- HIV/AIDS Support
Grantmaking
Organizations may apply for grants online, by mail, or in person. Eligible applicants include:
Grant Range
$5,000 to $1,500,000
Average Grant
amount: approximately $266,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation funds organizations across multiple U.S. states and cities, including:
- Arizona (Mesa)
- California (Santa Barbara)
- Connecticut
- Idaho (Ashton)
- Maryland (Baltimore, Harrisburg)
- Massachusetts (Foxborough)
- New York
- Oregon (Klamath Falls)
- Pennsylvania (Harrisburg)
- Utah (Salt Lake City)
- Washington (Seattle, Carnation, Kingston)
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of 2023:
- Total Assets: $24,665,225
- Total Revenue: $789,078
- Total Expenses: $3,918,010
- Investment Income and Dividends: $594,626
As of 2022:
- Total Assets: $23,900,000
- Total Revenue: $8,400,000
- Investment Income and Dividends: $499,436
Staffing:
- 1 employee (as of 2023)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $24,824,023 | $24,665,225 | $27,793,805 |
| Revenue | $2,359,043 | $789,078 | $8,381,754 |
| Expenses | $2,202,068 | $3,918,010 | $3,686,278 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $2,183,838 | $3,446,554 | $3,337,512 |
| Net Investment Income | $1,961,105 | $379,827 | $8,049,353 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,877,271 | $1,888,987 | $2,028,595 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
80 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Shelterbox ($250,000), The Other Side Academy ($250,000), Lds Fast Offering Fund ($150,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN WITH AIDS HARRISBURG, PA | 2024 GRANT | $115,000 |
| BRIDGE OF PROMISE CARNATION, WA | 2024 GRANT | $56,000 |
| FOREVER YOUNG FOUNDATION MESA, AZ | 2024 GRANT | $40,000 |
| FREEDOM MISSIONARY CHURCH SEATTLE, WA | 2024 GRANT | $120,000 |
| HENRY'S FORK FOUNDATION ASHTON, ID | 2024 GRANT | $5,000 |
| KLAMATH BASIN SENIOR CITIZEN'S CENTER KLAMATH FALLS, OR | 2024 GRANT | $7,500 |
| LDS FAST OFFERING FUND SALT LAKE CITY, UT | 2024 GRANT | $150,000 |
| SALVATION ARMY SEATTLE, WA | 2024 GRANT | $100,000 |
| SHELTERBOX SANTA BARBARA, CA | 2024 GRANT | $250,000 |
| THE OTHER SIDE ACADEMY SALT LAKE CITY, UT | 2024 GRANT | $250,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Michael R. Murray - President and Director/President-Treasurer
- Works 35 hours per week
- Compensation: $25,000
Joyce B. Murray - Director and VP/Secretary
- Works 0.5 hours per week
- No compensation listed
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL R MURRAY | DIRECTOR, PRESIDENT/TREASU | 35 | $25,000 |
| JOYCE B MURRAY | DIRECTOR, VP/SECRETARY | 0.5 | — |
Contact Information
Address: 802 Second Avenue, Suite 1600 Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: (206) 436-2300
Fiscal Year End: December
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Crystal Springs Foundation fund?
The foundation does not specify particular subject areas of focus in its public materials. However, grant distribution patterns indicate support across multiple sectors including: • Animals • Children and Youth • Community Development • Faith-Based Organizations • Health and Well-Being • Human Services • Disaster Preparedness and Relief • HIV/AIDS Support
How do I apply for a grant from Crystal Springs Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Awarded 11 grants totaling $2,927,500 in 2023 • Made 19 grants totaling $2,800,000 in 2022 • Average grant amount: approximately $266,000 • Typical grant range: $5,000 to $1,500,000 • Median grant: $75,000 **Recent Grant Recipients (2023):** • Engage Now Africa: $1,000,000 • Shelterbox USA: $250,000 • Freedom Missionary Church: $120,000 **Application Process:** Organizations may apply for grants online, by mail, or in person. Eligible applicants include: • Public charities…
Where does Crystal Springs Foundation make grants?
The foundation funds organizations across multiple U.S. states and cities, including: • Arizona (Mesa) • California (Santa Barbara) • Connecticut • Idaho (Ashton) • Maryland (Baltimore, Harrisburg) • Massachusetts (Foxborough) • New York • Oregon (Klamath Falls) • Pennsylvania (Harrisburg) • Utah (Salt Lake City) • Washington (Seattle, Carnation, Kingston)
What size grants does Crystal Springs Foundation award?
In 2024, Crystal Springs Foundation awarded 15 grants totaling $1.4M — an average of about $96K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Crystal Springs Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Crystal Springs Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.9M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Crystal Springs Foundation's EIN?
Crystal Springs Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 91-2008832. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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