Clifton and Clara Ward Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Clifton and Clara Ward Foundation is a private foundation in Nashville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $799,061. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$799,061
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $75,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $75,000 | 2 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 15 | $0 |
How to apply
Clifton and Clara Ward 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 Clifton and Clara Ward Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 9 | $1.2 million |
| Illinois | 2 | $300,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $40,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bryan College Clara Ward School of Nursing | Endowment for the clara ward school of nursing | $799,061 |
| Community Foundation of Fox River Valley | Opearting fund | $200,000 |
| The Generosity Trust | Operating fund | $135,000 |
| Casa Kane County | Operating fund | $100,000 |
| Williamsburg Community Chapel | Operating fund | $100,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greater Chattanooga | Operating fund | $75,000 |
| Lipscomb University | Opearting fund | $75,000 |
| Haggai Institute for Advanced Leadership Training | Operating fund | $25,000 |
| Ankerberg Theological Research Institute | Operating fund | $20,000 |
| Bethel Bible Village | Operating fund | $20,000 |
| Bible in the Schools | Operating fund | $20,000 |
| Teaching to Teach | Operating fund | $20,000 |
| Ideals Foundation | Operating fund | $15,000 |
| Life Action Ministries | Operating fund | $15,000 |
| National Center for Youth Issues | Operating fund | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Glenn C Stophel
- Leslie S Maclellan
- Mark D Yates
- Timothy R Thompson
- Kimberly S Wendell
- Rebecca T Allen
- Pam Phillips
Questions people ask
Does Clifton and Clara Ward Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Clifton and Clara Ward Foundation give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Clifton and Clara Ward Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Glenn C Stophel (President/Trusee), Leslie S Maclellan (Vice President/Trustee), Mark D Yates (Secretary/Treas/Trustee) and Timothy R Thompson (Trustee) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Clifton and Clara Ward Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and faith communities.