The Crosland Foundation
The Crosland Foundation is a public charity based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Formed in 2000, it reported 23 grants totaling $951,579 in 2024.
The Crosland Foundation at a glance
In short: The Crosland Foundation gave $952K across 23 grants in 2024 (avg $41K), mostly in North Carolina. 4% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $951,579
- +12.2% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 23
- +4.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $41,373
- +7.3% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $129,014,425
- +11.0% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 4% first-time grantees (1 of 23, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- North Carolina (83% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Crosland Foundation
- Contact
Mailing address: 220 N Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Phone: (704) 973-4557
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Crosland Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Protestant Episcopal High School of VA ($143K). Together the top 10 received $703K.
Grant Size Distribution
96 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 56 grants of 96 (58%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 83% of grant dollars went to recipients in North Carolina, 15% to recipients in Virginia, and 2% to recipients in New York.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 23 itemized grants.
Cities
Is The Crosland Foundation open to new grantees?
4%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 1 of 23 grantees (4%) were first-time recipients. With only 23 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 4 points. First grants averaged $25K; repeat grants $42K. How we count
Medians: $25K first-time, $25K repeat.
- 96% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−8%). Method
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 $509K (2020) to $1.1M (2022). In 2024 it made 23 grants totaling $952K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Protestant Episcopal High School of VA Alexandria, VA | See Part IV | $142,737 |
| The John Crosland School Charlotte, NC | See Part IV | $100,000 |
| Davidson College Davidson, NC | See Part IV | $95,158 |
| Foundation for the Carolinas Charlotte, NC | See Part IV | $95,158 |
| Charlotte Family Housing Charlotte, NC | See Part IV | $50,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity Charlotte, NC | See Part IV | $50,000 |
| Roof Above Inc Charlotte, NC | See Part IV | $50,000 |
| YWCA of the Central Carolinas Charlotte, NC | See Part IV | $50,000 |
| Crossroads Corporation for Affordable Housing and Community Charlotte, NC | See Part IV | $45,000 |
| Crisis Assistance Ministry Charlotte, NC | See Part IV | $25,000 |
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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 | $129,014,425 | $1,113,591 | $2,373,236 | $951,579 | 23 | $1,113,591 |
| 2023 | $116,211,176 | $90,029,732 | $1,648,072 | $847,985 | 22 | $909,325 |
| 2022 | $16,720,151 | $1,964,452 | $1,349,484 | $1,135,198 | 21 | $-2,958 |
| 2021 | $18,933,188 | $445,294 | $1,275,707 | $1,039,304 | 16 | $45,000 |
| 2020 | $17,493,571 | $10,131,868 | $746,777 | $509,046 | 14 | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation states that its mission is to create a perpetual charitable legacy by devoting and applying its assets exclusively for charitable purposes. Its filing names Episcopal High School of Virginia, Davidson College, and Foundation for the Carolinas as primary supported organizations. It also describes efforts to support educational institutions’ programs for students with learning disabilities and to provide educational assistance to children and students who are underprivileged or underserved in early childhood education.
The grantees’ own statements illustrate the range of organizations supported. The John Crosland School says it provides individualized education for students with learning differences. Roof Above says it provides homeless and housing services in the Charlotte region, while Charlotte Family Housing describes its work supporting working families experiencing homelessness. Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region says it brings people together to build homes and communities, and CrossRoads Corporation says it works toward rejuvenation, economic stability, healthy living, and educational achievement in Grier Heights.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation made 23 grants totaling $951,579. Grant amounts ranged from $10,000 to $142,737, with a median of $25,000.
Its largest reported grants included $142,737 to Protestant Episcopal High School of Virginia, $100,000 to The John Crosland School, $95,158 to Davidson College, and $95,158 to Foundation for the Carolinas. Other notable grants included $50,000 each to Charlotte Family Housing, Habitat for Humanity, Roof Above, and YWCA of the Central Carolinas, and $45,000 to Crossroads Corporation for Affordable Housing and Community.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists these trustees: John Crosland III, James C Burbank, Dr Hunter Dyer, Jamie McLawhorn, Douglas W Ey Jr, Robert E Mason IV, Courtauld Young, Boris Henderson, Adelaide Belk Martin, and Elizabeth Kiser.
The Crosland Foundation's 2024 filing lists 11 officers; 4 of 11 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Courtauld Young
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
$4K (2020) → $5K (2024)
James C. Burbank
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
$5K (2020) → $5K (2024)
Robert E. Mason IV
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
$5K (2020) → $0 (2024)
Adelaide Belk Martin
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
$5K (2024)
Boris Henderson
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
$3K (2024)
Douglas W. Ey Jr.
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Hunter Dyer
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jamie McLawhorn
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
John Crosland III
Trustee
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Elizabeth Kiser
Trustee
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
James Merrifield
Trustee
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (5)
- Former: June G. Rhyne (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Mark W. Mealy (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: William J. Sullivan (2020–2023) — Trustee
- Former: Elizabeth Trotman (2022) — Trustee
- Former: Catherine Warfield (2020–2021) — Trustee
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 $5K, to James C Burbank (Trustee). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about The Crosland Foundation
How much does The Crosland Foundation give each year?
The Crosland Foundation gave $952K across 23 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $848K across 22 grants.
What is The Crosland Foundation's typical grant size?
The Crosland Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $41,373, across 23 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Crosland Foundation that year got $25K on average.
Where does The Crosland Foundation give grants?
The Crosland Foundation gives mostly in North Carolina: 83% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Virginia (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Charlotte, NC (19 grants) and Davidson, NC (2 grants).
Does The Crosland Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 23 grants with a stated purpose on The Crosland Foundation's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "See Part IV" (23 grants).
Who are The Crosland Foundation's largest grantees?
The Crosland Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Protestant Episcopal High School of VA ($142,737), The John Crosland School ($100,000) and Davidson College ($95,158), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 36% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Crosland Foundation?
The Crosland Foundation reported $129.0M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $1.1M.
What does The Crosland Foundation fund?
The foundation states that its mission is to create a perpetual charitable legacy by devoting and applying its assets exclusively for charitable purposes. Its filing names Episcopal High School of Virginia, Davidson College, and Foundation for the Carolinas as primary supported organizations. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Crosland Foundation?
The Crosland Foundation has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is The Crosland Foundation's EIN?
The Crosland Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 56-6557259. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated October 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 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 15, 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 October 31, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). The Crosland Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 13, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/the-crosland-foundation-morg_4938830955ea4786905971f5dc6e1e56
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