The Clifford Family Foundation Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
The Clifford Family Foundation Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.5 million in 34 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$5.5 million
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$36.7 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.7 million the year before.
38% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.7 million | 32 | $34.0 million |
| 2024 | $5.5 million | 34 | $36.7 million |
How to apply
The Clifford Family Foundation Charitable Trust 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 Clifford Family Foundation Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $2.1 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $1.6 million |
| California | 9 | $1.2 million |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $337,500 |
| Massachusetts | 8 | $224,500 |
| Florida | 6 | $15,250 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colgate University | Unrestricted | $2.0 million |
| The Nature Conservancy | Unrestricted | $1.6 million |
| The Caroline M Clifford Donor Advised Fund Schwab Charitable Giving | Unrestricted | $296,313 |
| The Catherine K Clifford Donor Advised Fund Schwab Charitable Giving | Unrestricted | $296,313 |
| The John C Clifford Donor Advised Fund Schwab Charitable Giving | Unrestricted | $296,313 |
| Enviromental Defense | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Jumpstart | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Parent Child | Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| B2K Social Ventures | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
| Naturebridge | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| True West Film Center | Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Creo Family Office Syndicate | Unrestricted | $38,000 |
| Activate Global | Unrestricted | $37,500 |
| Carbon 180 | Unrestricted | $37,500 |
| Icivics | Unrestricted | $37,500 |
| Drum Major Institute | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| New Venture Fund | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Trustees of Boston University | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| 826 Boston | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Voter Engagement Fund | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| WGBH | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Belmont Hill School | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| NSCFF | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Faspe | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Lake Forest Academy | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Atlantic Classical Orchestra | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Indian River Land Trust | Unrestricted | $1,250 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Boston | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Hibiscus Childrens Center | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Irsc Foundation | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Wayland Community Pool | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Mental Health Association in Indian River County | Unrestricted | $500 |
| Watch Duty | Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Carbonneau
- J Christopher Clifford
Questions people ask
Does The Clifford Family Foundation Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Clifford Family Foundation Charitable Trust give?
$5.5 million in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Clifford Family Foundation Charitable Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel Carbonneau (Trustee) and J Christopher Clifford (Trustee).
What does The Clifford Family Foundation Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.