Clear Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Clear Family Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,500 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$56,500
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$848
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was down from $78,500 the year before.
15% 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 | $52,000 | 17 | $2,345 |
| 2024 | $78,500 | 21 | $8,197 |
| 2025 | $56,500 | 17 | $848 |
How to apply
Clear 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 Clear Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 9 | $23,000 |
| New York | 3 | $9,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $9,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Jude Childrens Hospital | Hospital care | $5,000 |
| Shriners Hospital | Hospital care | $5,000 |
| Individual | Provide medical care | $5,000 |
| Individual | Provide medical care | $5,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Project | Assist soldiers | $4,000 |
| Individual | Provide housing | $4,000 |
| Emory University Winship Cancer | Cancer research | $4,000 |
| Covenant House | Housing & support to disadv children | $3,500 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank | Food to indigent families | $3,500 |
| Overian Cancer Research Fund | Cancer research | $3,500 |
| Hosea Feed the Hungry | Food to indigent families | $3,000 |
| Individual | Children services | $3,000 |
| Atlanta Mission | Food for poor | $2,500 |
| Antique Boat Museum | Historic preservation | $2,000 |
| Westminster Schools | Education support | $2,000 |
| Cumberland Academy of Ga | Education support | $1,000 |
| Alzhelmers Association | Medical research | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- William Clear
- Elaine Clear
Questions people ask
Does Clear Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Clear Family Foundation give?
$56,500 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Clear Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William Clear (Trustee) and Elaine Clear (Trustee).
What does Clear Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, youth programs and food and hunger.