Elizabeth N Crane Foundation
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Declining revenue
Elizabeth N Crane Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization based in La Mesa, California, registered in 2008, with $315,106 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C.
8270 La Mesa Blvd Ste 201, La Mesa, CA, 91942 EIN 26-6234431 Since 2008
Revenue (FY2024)
$315K
▲ 110.9% vs prior year
Philanthropy median: $168K
Expenses (FY2024)
$367K
Net assets
$6.6M
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
C
—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. Not scored for Elizabeth N Crane Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
C+Financial health25% of the rating216 mo reserves · -16% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Elizabeth N Crane Foundation: 216 mo reserves · -16% margin earns a C+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. Not scored for Elizabeth N Crane Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
DTransparency10% of the rating1 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Elizabeth N Crane Foundation: 1 of 5 disclosure signals earns a D on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 8270 La Mesa Blvd Ste 201, La Mesa, CA, 91942
- City
- La Mesa
- State
- California
- Subcategory
- Private Foundations
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $188K (FY2013) to $315K (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $0Net assets $6.6M
Operating margin
-16.5%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$6.6M
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$6.6M
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $315,106▲111% | $367,065▲19.1% | $6,602,626▲8.1% | $6,602,626▲8.1% | 990PF |
| 2023 | $149,404▼51.2% | $308,314▼20.2% | $6,109,775▲11.2% | $6,109,775▲11.2% | 990PF |
| 2022 | $306,413▼57.3% | $386,434▲16.3% | $5,492,607▼20.9% | $5,492,607▼20.9% | 990PF |
| 2021 | $717,889▲271% | $332,144▲4.5% | $6,947,442▲9.8% | $6,947,442▲9.8% | 990PF |
| 2020 | $193,350▼7.6% | $317,715▲0.4% | $6,329,669▲6.1% | $6,329,669▲6.1% | 990PF |
| 2019 | $209,223▼35.8% | $316,495▼4.9% | $5,963,726▲12.6% | $5,963,726▲12.6% | 990PF |
| 2018 | $325,657▲32.5% | $332,871▼5.5% | $5,295,893▼9.6% | $5,295,893▼9.6% | 990PF |
| 2017 | $245,724▲26.7% | $352,337▲16.0% | $5,860,080▲7.7% | $5,860,080▲7.7% | 990PF |
| 2016 | $193,881▼37.7% | $303,839▼3.3% | $5,442,426▲2.8% | $5,442,426▲2.8% | 990PF |
| 2015 | $311,452▼19.8% | $314,082▲4.6% | $5,295,669▼6.5% | $5,295,669▼6.5% | 990PF |
| 2014 | $388,359▲106% | $300,239▲7.6% | $5,665,546▲1.3% | $5,665,546▲1.3% | 990PF |
| 2013 | $188,292 | $279,061▼2.5% | $5,591,368▲12.2% | $5,591,368▲12.2% | 990PF |
| 2012 | — | $286,213 | $4,982,493 | $4,982,493 | 990PF |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Elizabeth N Crane Foundation a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Elizabeth N Crane Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 26-6234431, based in La Mesa, California. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Elizabeth N Crane Foundation's EIN?
- Elizabeth N Crane Foundation's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 26-6234431.
- How much revenue does Elizabeth N Crane Foundation report?
- Elizabeth N Crane Foundation reported $315,106 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Elizabeth N Crane Foundation have?
- CharityIndex grades Elizabeth N Crane Foundation C, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Elizabeth N Crane Foundation (EIN 26-6234431) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.