The Wayne Clark Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wayne Clark Family Foundation is a private foundation in Novato, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,575 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $45,075. 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$71,575
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$45,075
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,000 the year before.
7% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $83,750 | 13 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $70,000 | 13 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $71,575 | 14 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Wayne Clark 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 Wayne Clark Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $64,075 |
| Nevada | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stars & Stripes Childrens Foundation | Youth services | $45,075 |
| Keep Memory Alive | Health | $5,000 |
| Wheelchair Foundation | Human services | $4,000 |
| St Anthony's | Human services | $3,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Human services | $2,000 |
| Marin Food Bank | Human services | $2,000 |
| Glide | Human services | $1,500 |
| Marin Agricultural Land Trust | Land | $1,500 |
| Rotoplast International | Health | $1,500 |
| Saint Jude Children's Hospital | Health | $1,500 |
| The Marine Mammal Center | Ocean conservation | $1,500 |
| Novato Community Hospital Foundation | Health | $1,000 |
| San Rafael Police Association | Youth services | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Program | Human services | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne M Clark
- J Mark Sawyer
- Jared C Clark
- Richard M Barney Jr
Questions people ask
Does The Wayne Clark Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wayne Clark Family Foundation give?
$71,575 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The Wayne Clark Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wayne M Clark (President), J Mark Sawyer (Director), Jared C Clark (Director) and Richard M Barney Jr (Director).
What does The Wayne Clark Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and health.