The Clark Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Clark Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Pepper Pike, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $28,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 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$28,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$771,938
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,300 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $28,500 | 10 | $0 |
| 2024 | $27,300 | 10 | $620,700 |
| 2025 | $28,500 | 10 | $771,938 |
How to apply
The Clark Charitable 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 Clark Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 9 | $26,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| DDC Clinic | General support | $5,000 |
| Geauga County Historical Society | General support | $3,500 |
| American Legion Post 459 | General support | $2,500 |
| Burton Congregational Church | General support | $2,500 |
| Burton Public Library | General support | $2,500 |
| Santa's Hide-A-Way Hollow | General support | $2,500 |
| Mesopotamia Memorial & Historical | General support | $2,500 |
| Middlefield Historical Society | General support | $2,500 |
| University Hospitals | General support | $2,500 |
| Kent State University | General support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas R Clark
- Mary Ann Aardema
Questions people ask
Does The Clark Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Clark Charitable Foundation give?
$28,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Clark Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas R Clark (Trustee) and Mary Ann Aardema (Trustee).
What does The Clark Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and arts and culture.