Clifford & Bradford Athletic Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Clifford & Bradford Athletic Foundation is a private foundation in Bakersfield, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $73,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $15,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$73,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$100,064
- New grantees74%
Giving in 2024 was down from $93,403 the year before.
74% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $93,403 | 18 | $146,227 |
| 2024 | $73,000 | 19 | $100,064 |
How to apply
Clifford & Bradford Athletic 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Clifford & Bradford Athletic Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 18 | $68,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield College Foundation | Support local sports teams | $15,000 |
| Renegade Diamond Club | Help with team expenses | $10,000 |
| The Bob Elias Kern County Sports Ha | Support local non-profit organization | $10,000 |
| Bakersfield Southwest Baseball | Support youth athletic teams expenses | $5,500 |
| Wasco Families Wrestling Foundation | Support local sports teams | $5,000 |
| Shake-A-Leg Miami | Help with expenses for child physical development challenges | $5,000 |
| Hail Mary Club | Help with athletic team expenses | $5,000 |
| Bakersfield Northwest Baseball | Support youth athletic teams expenses | $5,000 |
| Light Brigade | Support local sports teams | $3,500 |
| Bakersfield Jockey Club | Support youth athletic teams expenses | $2,500 |
| Garces Memorial High School | Tuition assistance | $1,500 |
| St Francis School Foundation | Support local youth athletics | $1,000 |
| Wasco JV Bengals | Support youth athletic teams expenses | $1,000 |
| Bakersfield Black and Gold Baseball | Support youth athletic teams expenses | $1,000 |
| Liberty High School | Support youth athletic teams expenses | $500 |
| Highland High School | Support youth athletic teams expenses | $500 |
| Nexgenrtc | Support youth athletic teams expenses | $500 |
| Taft Cats | Support youth athletic teams expenses | $250 |
| Firecrackers-Escarcega | Support youth athletic teams expenses | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Nick Bradford
- Julie Sanders
- Tracey Bradford
Questions people ask
Does Clifford & Bradford Athletic Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Clifford & Bradford Athletic Foundation give?
$73,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Clifford & Bradford Athletic Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nick Bradford (President), Julie Sanders (Vice President) and Tracey Bradford (Secretary).
What does Clifford & Bradford Athletic Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.