The Clifton Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Clifton Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chestertown, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 20 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $320,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$320,000
- Assets$15.3 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $780,000 the year before.
20% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $5.7 million | 18 | $12.7 million |
| 2023 | $780,000 | 20 | $14.8 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 20 | $15.3 million |
How to apply
The Clifton Foundation Inc 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 Clifton Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 15 | $923,675 |
| California | 1 | $54,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $12,000 |
| Delaware | 2 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA of the Chesapeake | General charitable purposes | $320,000 |
| Pecometh United Methodist Camp and Retreat Ministries | General charitable purposes | $150,000 |
| Chesapeake Charities | General charitable purposes | $105,000 |
| Horizons of Kent and Queen Anne's | General charitable purposes | $85,000 |
| Mid-Shore Community Foundation | General charitable purposes | $83,675 |
| Kent School | General charitable purposes | $55,000 |
| Changing Perspectives Inc | General charitable purposes | $54,000 |
| Talbot Interfaith Shelter | General charitable purposes | $40,000 |
| Pocono Plateau Program Center | General charitable purposes | $25,000 |
| Haven Ministries | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Casa of the Mid-Shore | General charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Tonkawa Public Schools | General charitable purposes | $12,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Foundation of Hope | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Compass Regional Hospice | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Maryland Leadership Workshops | General charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay | General charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Bay Area Young Life | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Boy Scouts of America Del-Mar-Va Council | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Open Doors Partners in Education | General charitable purposes | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard L Goodall
- Laura K G Gray
- Richard T Goodall
- Elizabeth Starkey
Questions people ask
Does The Clifton Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Clifton Foundation Inc give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Clifton Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Richard L Goodall (Dir. & Pres.), Laura K G Gray (Dir. & Sec.), Richard T Goodall (Dir. & Treas.) and Elizabeth Starkey (Exec. Director).
What does The Clifton Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.