The Clark Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Clark Family Foundation is a private foundation in Marietta, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $588,650 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $101,750. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$588,650
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$101,750
- Assets$11.4 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was down from $605,950 the year before.
9% of its 2024 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 | $605,950 | 24 | $10.3 million |
| 2024 | $588,650 | 23 | $11.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jeffrey S Clark 1475 River Road, Marietta, PA 17547 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (717) 426-5200 |
| What to submit | A letter with any relevant information associated with the request |
What The Clark Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 21 | $582,650 |
| South Carolina | 2 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Casa | Contribution to general fund | $101,750 |
| Lancaster Public Library | Contribution to general fund | $100,000 |
| Christ's Home for Children | Contribution to general fund | $75,000 |
| United Disablities Services | Contribution to general fund | $60,000 |
| Lancaster Early Education Center | Contribution to general fund | $57,500 |
| Schreiber Pediatric Rehab | Contribution to general fund | $52,800 |
| Musser Foundation | Contribution to general fund | $31,600 |
| Lancaster Science Factory | Contribution to general fund | $27,500 |
| Boys and Girls Club | Contribution to general fund | $20,000 |
| Lancaster Cnty Children's Alliance | Contribution to general fund | $15,000 |
| Girls on the Run | Contribution to general fund | $10,000 |
| Snider Hockey | Contribution to general fund | $9,000 |
| Aaron's Acres | Contribution to general fund | $6,000 |
| Advantage Lancaster | Contribution to general fund | $5,000 |
| Deep Well Project | Contribution to general fund | $5,000 |
| Hempfield Power Packs | Contribution to general fund | $3,500 |
| Hempfield Hall of Fame | Contribution to general fund | $2,000 |
| Golf for A Cure | Contribution to general fund | $1,500 |
| Hempfield Rec Center | Contribution to general fund | $1,500 |
| Lancaster County Club Foundation | Contribution to general fund | $1,000 |
| Lancaster Field of Hope | Contribution to general fund | $1,000 |
| Long Cove Community Endowment Fund | Contribution to general fund | $1,000 |
| Penn State Four Diamonds Fund | Contribution to general fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeffrey Clark
- Jennifer Hessinger
- Mark Hessinger
- Ann Clark
Questions people ask
Does The Clark Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Clark Family Foundation give?
$588,650 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs The Clark Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeffrey Clark (President), Jennifer Hessinger (Treasurer), Mark Hessinger (Asst Treasur) and Ann Clark (Secretary).
What does The Clark Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.