The Clayman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Clayman Foundation is a private foundation in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $501,185 in 72 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $240,000. 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$501,185
- Number of grants72
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$240,000
- Assets$3.9 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $586,312 the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 | $586,312 | 87 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $501,185 | 72 | $3.9 million |
How to apply
The Clayman 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 Clayman Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 55 | $458,235 |
| New York | 6 | $15,600 |
| Maryland | 2 | $11,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $4,500 |
| New Jersey | 3 | $3,750 |
| California | 2 | $3,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $2,100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| OC-87 Inc | Educational support and training | $240,000 |
| Lankenau Medical Center | Medical research and support services | $22,700 |
| Cogwell | Mental health support services | $16,000 |
| Aacr Foundation | Cancer research | $10,000 |
| Israel Guide Dog Center for the Blind | Educational support and training | $10,000 |
| Philadelphia Music Alliance | Entertainment and cultural services | $10,000 |
| Trustees of the University of Pa | Medical research and support services | $10,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | Educational services | $10,000 |
| Mighty Writers | Educational services | $10,000 |
| Soundmind Network Inc | Human services | $10,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Greater Phila | Food assistance and community support | $9,000 |
| Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House | Family and medical support services | $9,000 |
| Neumann University | Educational and mental health services | $6,000 |
| Assoc for Adults With Dev Disabilities | Educational support and training | $5,000 |
| Childrens Scholarship Fund | Educational support and training | $5,000 |
| Immaculate University | Mental health support services | $5,000 |
| Montgomery County Emergency Svcs | Emergency medical services | $5,000 |
| Support Center for Child Advocates | Youth legal services | $5,000 |
| Anti Defamation League | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Kaiserman JCC | Educational services | $5,000 |
| Individual | Senior citizen and community services | $5,000 |
| Saint Josephs University | Educational services | $5,000 |
| The Barnes Foundation | Art museum | $5,000 |
| Medella VI | Charitable | $4,500 |
| Impact Charity Services Inc | Vocational training scholarships | $3,500 |
| Congreso de Latino Unidos | Charitable | $3,500 |
| Mind Your Brain Foundation | Medical research and support services | $3,400 |
| Beloved Community Incubator | Support for cooperatives and collectives | $3,000 |
| Friends of Emek Lone Soldiers Inc | Military support after serving | $3,000 |
| Reading Allowed | Literacy instruction | $2,500 |
| Standwithus | Educational and support services | $2,500 |
| Detective Mark Harmon Memorial Foundatio | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Project Home | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Aish Chaim | Educational and spiritual support services | $2,250 |
| Bala Chabad | Spiritual support services | $2,040 |
| Chabad of the Main Line | Spiritual support services | $2,000 |
| Colel Chabad | Food and shelter support services | $2,000 |
| Green Valley Country Club Blind Golfers | Disabled sports program | $2,000 |
| Jewish Relief Agency | Food assistance and community support | $2,000 |
| Race 4 the House | Family and medical support services | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bradford Clayman
- David Cohen
- Stephen Cohen
Questions people ask
Does The Clayman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Clayman Foundation give?
$501,185 in tax year 2024, across 72 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Clayman Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bradford Clayman (President), David Cohen (Vice President) and Stephen Cohen (Treasurer).
What does The Clayman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.