The Roger and Sarah Bancroft Clark Private
Preselected recipients only
The Roger and Sarah Bancroft Clark Private is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $161,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $45,000. 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$161,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$45,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was up from $143,500 the year before.
30% 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 | $178,000 | 9 | $3.2 million |
| 2024 | $143,500 | 9 | $3.6 million |
| 2025 | $161,000 | 10 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Roger and Sarah Bancroft Clark Private 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 Roger and Sarah Bancroft Clark Private funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Delaware.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware | 6 | $71,000 |
| New York | 1 | $45,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $30,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chapel & York US Foundation Inc | General support | $45,000 |
| The Hickman Friends Senior Community of West Chester | General support | $30,000 |
| Delaware Center for Horticulture | General support | $20,000 |
| Delaware Art Musemum | General support | $15,000 |
| Appoquinimink Friends Meeting House | General support | $12,000 |
| The American Chestnut Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Delaware Wild Lands | General support | $10,000 |
| Bigss Museum of American Art | General support | $10,000 |
| Cope Environmental Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Friends of First State Inc | General support | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin Lovell
- Lydia White
- Hadwen White
- Thomas White
- PNC Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does The Roger and Sarah Bancroft Clark Private accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Roger and Sarah Bancroft Clark Private give?
$161,000 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs The Roger and Sarah Bancroft Clark Private?
Its 2025 filing lists Benjamin Lovell (Trustee), Lydia White (Trustee), Hadwen White (Trustee) and Thomas White (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Roger and Sarah Bancroft Clark Private fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.