Cleve Gray Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cleve Gray Foundation is a private foundation in Lakeville, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $94,410 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $750 and the largest $51,492. 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$94,410
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$750
- Largest grant$51,492
- Assets$2.8 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $96,524 the year before.
60% 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 | $96,524 | 17 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $94,410 | 15 | $2.8 million |
How to apply
Cleve Gray 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 Cleve Gray Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $62,992 |
| Texas | 2 | $22,987 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $4,081 |
| Connecticut | 7 | $3,850 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Center for Discovery | Educational - gifted 5 pieces of artwork | $51,492 |
| McNay Museum | Educational - gifted 1 piece of artwork | $14,367 |
| East Side House Settlement | Charitable - cash contribution | $10,000 |
| San Antonio Museum of Art | Educational - gifted 3 pieces of artwork | $8,620 |
| Davidson College | Educational - gifted 3 pieces of artwork | $4,081 |
| Northwest CT Community Foundation | Charitable - cash contribution | $1,000 |
| Cityarts Inc | Charitable - cash contribution | $1,000 |
| Chore Service Inc | Charitable - cash contribution | $750 |
| Flying Cloud | Charitable - cash contribution | $500 |
| Prime Time House | Charitable - cash contribution | $500 |
| Salisbury Housing Committee | Charitable - cash contribution | $500 |
| Washington Scholarship Fund | Charitable - cash contribution | $500 |
| Friends of Neuberger Museum | Charitable - cash contribution | $500 |
| Salisbury Housing Trust | Charitable - cash contribution | $500 |
| Artgarage | Charitable - cash contribution | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Luke Gray
- Thaddeus Gray
Questions people ask
Does Cleve Gray Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cleve Gray Foundation give?
$94,410 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $750.
Who runs Cleve Gray Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Luke Gray (President) and Thaddeus Gray (Treasurer).
What does Cleve Gray Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and housing and homelessness.