The McClean Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The McClean Family Foundation is a private foundation in Hobe Sound, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$27,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$794,421
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was down from $36,900 the year before.
54% 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 | $74,225 | 16 | $624,356 |
| 2024 | $36,900 | 18 | $750,348 |
| 2025 | $27,500 | 13 | $794,421 |
How to apply
The McClean 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 McClean Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $14,500 |
| Montana | 1 | $4,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,500 |
| Maine | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 1 | $1,500 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Loblolly Community Foundation Inc | General use | $10,000 |
| Yellowstone Forever | General use | $4,000 |
| Christ Memorial Chapel | General use | $2,000 |
| The Green Vale School | General use | $1,500 |
| Vail Christian High School | General use | $1,500 |
| National Outdoor Leadership School | General use | $1,500 |
| Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences | General use | $1,500 |
| Deerfield Academy | General use | $1,000 |
| Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration | General use | $1,000 |
| Guardians of Martin County | General | $1,000 |
| Utah Avalanche Center | General use | $1,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General use | $1,000 |
| South Florida PBS | General use | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- William C McClean III
- Ferrell P McClean
- William C McClean IV
- Ferrell Page McClean
Questions people ask
Does The McClean Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The McClean Family Foundation give?
$27,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs The McClean Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William C McClean III (Grantor/Trustee), Ferrell P McClean (Grantor/Trustee), William C McClean IV (Trustee) and Ferrell Page McClean (Trustee).
What does The McClean Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and faith communities.