Catherine R and Anthony A Clifton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Catherine R and Anthony A Clifton Foundation is a private foundation in Stamford, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $307,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$307,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $189,500 the year before.
75% of its 2025 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 | $236,500 | 5 | $6.3 million |
| 2024 | $189,500 | 5 | $6.6 million |
| 2025 | $307,500 | 9 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Catherine R and Anthony A Clifton 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 Catherine R and Anthony A Clifton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $85,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 4 | $70,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $27,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders | Annual giving | $100,000 |
| American Red Cross | Annual giving | $85,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Trustee annual gift | $50,000 |
| Nantucket Performing Arts Center | Annual giving | $25,000 |
| The Society of the Four Arts | Annual giving | $25,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania | Trustee annual gift | $10,000 |
| Curtis Institute of Music | Annual giving | $5,000 |
| Refugee Clinic Fund | Gift in honor of dr. Aba barden-maja | $5,000 |
| Artists Association of Nantucket | Annual giving | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Anthony Clifton
- Catherine Clifton
Questions people ask
Does Catherine R and Anthony A Clifton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Catherine R and Anthony A Clifton Foundation give?
$307,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Catherine R and Anthony A Clifton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anthony Clifton (President) and Catherine Clifton (Vice President).
What does Catherine R and Anthony A Clifton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, education and arts and culture.