The Grace and Cliff Hare Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Grace and Cliff Hare Foundation is a private foundation in Dadeville, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $4.3 million in 37 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $4.1 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$4.3 million
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$4.1 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $101,850 the year before.
35% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $187,100 | 34 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $101,850 | 36 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $4.3 million | 37 | $0 |
How to apply
The Grace and Cliff Hare Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Grace and Cliff Hare Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $4.1 million |
| Alabama | 22 | $113,900 |
| New York | 2 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $4,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $2,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $2,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bny Charitable | Unrestricted | $4.1 million |
| St Michael's Catholic Church | Religious | $35,500 |
| Our House | Educational | $11,150 |
| St Vincent de Paul Society | Christian ministry | $7,000 |
| Southeast Equine Rescue Inc (Seri) | Rescue horses | $6,000 |
| St Mary's Catholic Church | Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Farmville Baptist Church | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Generations of Faith | Designated fund | $5,000 |
| Lee-Scott Academy | Educational | $5,000 |
| Bruce Pearl Family Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Eamc Foundation Neonatal Care Center | Renovation fund | $4,000 |
| Alabama Sheriff's Girls Ranch | Educational | $3,000 |
| Baby Steps | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Eagles Program (Education to Accomplish Growth in Life Exp) | Educational | $3,000 |
| Fisher Center for Alzheimer Research | Medical research | $3,000 |
| Fisher House Foundation | Social services | $3,000 |
| Pilots for Christ | Aid in travel needs | $3,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Medical research | $3,000 |
| Blessman International | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Camp Make-A-Dream | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Children's Harbor | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Gaef Guardian Angel Education Fund | Educational | $2,000 |
| Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Lee County Humane Society | Humanitarian | $2,000 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| SE Raptor Center Auburn University | Educational/bird rehabilitation | $2,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Vintage Paws Sanctuary | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Exceptional Foundation of East Al | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Legacies Peace Center | Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| You Might Be for Auburn Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,250 |
| Auburn University Alumni Association | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| GO2 Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| National Parks Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Nation of Coaches Inc | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of East Alabama | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cliff J Hare
- Grace L Hare
- Katherine V Hare Cato
- Cliff L Hare
Questions people ask
Does The Grace and Cliff Hare Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Grace and Cliff Hare Foundation give?
$4.3 million in tax year 2025, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Grace and Cliff Hare Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cliff J Hare (President, Director), Grace L Hare (VP, Sec, Trea, Director), Katherine V Hare Cato (Director) and Cliff L Hare (Director).
What does The Grace and Cliff Hare Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.