Clifford and LaVonne Graese Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Clifford and LaVonne Graese Foundation is a private foundation in Yulee, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.0 million in 31 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$16.5 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
16% of its 2025 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 | $725,000 | 26 | $14.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 29 | $15.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.0 million | 31 | $16.5 million |
How to apply
Clifford and LaVonne Graese 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 Clifford and LaVonne Graese Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 13 | $305,000 |
| South Dakota | 3 | $237,500 |
| Illinois | 5 | $224,000 |
| Iowa | 2 | $75,000 |
| California | 2 | $65,000 |
| New York | 1 | $40,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $28,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shriners Children's Chicago | Charitable | $150,000 |
| Special Olympics of South Dakota | Charitable | $117,500 |
| Johnson Siding Volunteer Fire Dept | Charitable | $75,000 |
| Midwest Honor Flights | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Prager University Foundation | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Black Hills Works Foundation | Charitable | $45,000 |
| Groundwork Jacksonville Inc | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Rethreaded Inc | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Variety - The Children's Charity | Charitable | $35,000 |
| IDigiity | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Jacksonville History Center | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Springfield Preservation & Revitalization Council | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Turning Point USA | Charitable | $28,500 |
| Camp Courageous | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Sanctuary on 8th Street | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Special Bikes 4 Special Kids | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Experimental Station | Charitable | $24,000 |
| Mercy Medical Angels | Charitable | $20,000 |
| The Path of Citrus County | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Dr Phillips Center for Performing Arts | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Medinah Transportation Fund | Charitable | $15,000 |
| National Veterans Foundation | Charitable | $15,000 |
| All Hands and Hearts | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Coral Restoration Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Divers Alert Network | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Dream Center of Tampa | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Egypt Transportation Fund | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Junior Achievement | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Medinah Ladies Fundraiser | Charitable | $10,000 |
| American Legion Charities | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Graese
- Sally Daugherty
- Larry Graese
- Susan Alfirevic
Questions people ask
Does Clifford and LaVonne Graese Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Clifford and LaVonne Graese Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Clifford and LaVonne Graese Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Diane Graese (President/Treasurer/Dir), Sally Daugherty (VP/Director), Larry Graese (VP Director) and Susan Alfirevic (Chairman, Sec,Dir).
What does Clifford and LaVonne Graese Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, community development and arts and culture.