Clausen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Clausen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $503,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $125,750 and the largest $250,000. 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$503,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$125,750
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $810,466 the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $211,869 | 4 | $1.8 million |
| 2023 | $106,000 | 3 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $810,466 | 5 | $2.9 million |
| 2025 | $503,000 | 4 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
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 Clausen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 2 | $500,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale College | To support the production of Hillsdale College's free online course on Homer's The Iliad, including filming, editing, and distribution, advancing Hillsdale's mission to make classical education rooted in the Western tradition accessible worldwide | $250,000 |
| Hillsdale College | To support the production of Hillsdale College's free online course on Homer's The Odyssey, including filming, editing, and distribution, advancing Hillsdale's mission to make classical education rooted in the Western tradition accessible worldwide | $250,000 |
| American Transparency | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Judicial Watch Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David Cessna
- Craig M Clausen
Questions people ask
Does Clausen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Clausen Family Foundation give?
$503,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $125,750.
Who runs Clausen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Cessna (Treas) and Craig M Clausen (Dir, Pres, Sec).
What does Clausen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.