Margaret Rowley Clarke Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Margaret Rowley Clarke Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $183,160 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $27,880 and the largest $53,900. 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$183,160
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$27,880
- Largest grant$53,900
- Assets$14,659
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $117,652 the year before.
67% 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 | $125,980 | 4 | $35,616 |
| 2024 | $117,652 | 5 | $5,045 |
| 2025 | $183,160 | 6 | $14,659 |
How to apply
Margaret Rowley Clarke 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 Margaret Rowley Clarke Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington. It also paid $53,900 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 2 | $65,960 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $48,300 |
| Indiana | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Namlo Himalya | Charitable purpose | $53,900 |
| The Rose Foundation | Charitable purpose | $42,000 |
| Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur | Charitable purpose | $31,800 |
| Binaytara Foundation | Charitable purpose | $23,960 |
| Jhamtse International | Charitable purpose | $16,500 |
| Red Wolf Sanctuary | Charitable purpose | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Martin Clarke
- Meghan Clarke
- Theresa Hofstetter
- Isaac Heintz
- Kelly Anderson
Questions people ask
Does Margaret Rowley Clarke Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Margaret Rowley Clarke Foundation give?
$183,160 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $27,880.
Who runs Margaret Rowley Clarke Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Martin Clarke (President), Meghan Clarke (Secretary), Theresa Hofstetter (Treasurer) and Isaac Heintz (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Margaret Rowley Clarke Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.