Investor Database — 54,000+ VC, PE & angel contacts, the full list for $19.Get the list

Crankstart Foundation

Charitable Foundation California, United States ·Founded 2000

Overview

Crankstart Foundation is a San Francisco-based family foundation dedicated to bolstering the foundations of a just society. Their mission encompasses wider access to better education, jobs with prospects for advancement, housing security, social welfare, and the protection of civil rights. Additionally, Crankstart supports the arts, basic science, and efforts to mitigate climate change. Approximately 60% of their grants are directed to groups in the San Francisco Bay Area, with occasional commitments elsewhere, particularly in Chicago and the United Kingdom. The foundation's grants typically range from $100,000 to $1 million, with a preference for multi-year commitments for general support once confidence in an organization is established. Crankstart envisions a vibrant, thriving Bay Area, where the region's prosperity is strengthened and shared more equitably by all who live there.

Investment Focus

Nonprofit organizations
Focus on social impact
Alignment with Crankstart's mission and values
Preference for multi-year commitments
Geographical focus on San Francisco Bay Area and select other regions

Portfolio Companies

GetirMonzoFreedom West HomesMottuDuffel

Reach Crankstart Foundation directly

Verified work email, phone and LinkedIn for the full team — one spreadsheet, one payment, yours to keep.

Unlock full contacts →

Frequently asked questions about Crankstart Foundation

What sectors does Crankstart Foundation invest in?

Crankstart Foundation invests in Healthcare, Education, Public Policy, Community Development, Affordable Housing and Climate Change Mitigation, and is based in California, United States. Crankstart Foundation is listed as a charitable foundation in the ConnectSafely investor database.