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
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
No grants recorded for .
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
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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