The Mary Higgins Clark Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Mary Higgins Clark Foundation is a private foundation in Hillsdale, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$81,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was down from $84,500 the year before.
32% 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 | $83,500 | 14 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $84,500 | 15 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $81,000 | 19 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The Mary Higgins Clark 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 Mary Higgins Clark Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $40,500 |
| New Jersey | 8 | $27,000 |
| California | 2 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York | Donation | $25,000 |
| Fraxa Research Foundation | Donation | $5,000 |
| Immaculate Heart Academy | Donation | $5,000 |
| St Francis Breadline (Church of St Francis of Assisi) | Donation | $5,000 |
| St Joseph Regional High School | Donation | $5,000 |
| Villa Maria Academy | Donation | $5,000 |
| Villa Marie Claire | Donation | $5,000 |
| Covenant House | Donation | $2,500 |
| St Gabriel Church | Donation | $2,500 |
| Covenant House of New Jersey | Donation | $2,500 |
| Alumni in Recovery | Donation | $2,500 |
| Systemic Jia Foundation | Donation | $2,500 |
| Greater Cleveland Food Bank | Donation | $2,500 |
| Big Sunday | Donation | $2,500 |
| Playhouse Cooperative Preschool | Donation | $2,500 |
| Franciscan Friars of the Atonement | Donation | $2,000 |
| Montclair Film | Donation | $2,000 |
| Catholic Extension Magazine | Donation | $1,000 |
| St Ignatius School | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marilyn C Clark
- Warren F Clark
- David J Clark
Questions people ask
Does The Mary Higgins Clark Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Mary Higgins Clark Foundation give?
$81,000 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Mary Higgins Clark Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marilyn C Clark (Trustee), Warren F Clark (Trustee) and David J Clark (Trustee).
What does The Mary Higgins Clark Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.