The Clausen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Clausen Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $555,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$555,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$13.3 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $403,000 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $403,000 | 7 | $10.9 million |
| 2024 | $555,000 | 9 | $13.3 million |
How to apply
The Clausen Family 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 Clausen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 4 | $300,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $65,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brain & Behavior Research Foundation | General operating support. | $100,000 |
| Fairwinds - Nantucket's Counseling Center | General operating support. | $100,000 |
| Theatre Workshop of Nantucket | General operating support. | $100,000 |
| Mary's Center for Maternal and Child Care Inc | General operating support. | $50,000 |
| Nantucket Safe Harbor for Animals Inc | General operating support. | $50,000 |
| Nantucket Safe Harbor for Animals Inc | Capital campaign. | $50,000 |
| Northern Light School | Scholar scholarship program. | $40,000 |
| NAMI Montgomery County | General operating support. | $40,000 |
| Glenbrook Cooperative Nursery School | General operating support. | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark W Clausen
- Helen T Clausen
- Mary C Davis
- Lilli I Alberga
Questions people ask
Does The Clausen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Clausen Family Foundation give?
$555,000 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Clausen Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mark W Clausen (President), Helen T Clausen (Secretary), Mary C Davis (Vice President/Treasurer) and Lilli I Alberga (Director).
What does The Clausen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, animals and education.