The CRIS Foundation is supported by individuals, churches, and Christian and philanthropic organizations. In addition to cash contributions, there have been in-kind donations of medicines, medical supplies, and medical equipment by Sisters of Providence of Seattle, Transitions of Guatemala, the MICAH Group of Seattle, and Hearts in Motion of Guatemala. The CRIS Foundation is non-denominational and receives contributions from congregations of different Christian denominations.


The Board of Directors, management, and Guatemalan staff are currently all non-salaried volunteers. Less than three percent of CRIS Foundation income is used for fund raising (primarily the quarterly newsletter and related postage) with the remaining 97 percent funding Foundation programs and projects in Guatemala.


The Foundation provides approximately $1000 per month to support basic operations in Guatemala. Additional funding is used for specific projects and humanitarian aid related to natural disasters such as hurricane relief.


The CRIS Foundation is a legally registered non-profit organization incorporated in the State of Washington (UBI 601 693 168). It is also registered to solicit funds in Washington and Arizona. It is a qualified charitable organization under section 501(c)(3) of the IRS Code (EIN 94-3254372). All contributions are 100% tax deductible as allowed by law.

Copies of the CRIS Foundation annual filings with the IRS are available upon request to the Foundation office.