John and Doris Clayton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
John and Doris Clayton Foundation is a private foundation in Gatlinburg, Tennessee. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $3,000. 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$12,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$220,898
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $12,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $11,000 | 3 | $209,438 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 3 | $209,951 |
| 2025 | $12,000 | 4 | $220,898 |
How to apply
John and Doris Clayton 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 John and Doris Clayton Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 4 | $12,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Knox Area Rescue Ministries | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $3,000 |
| Nashville Rescue Mission | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $3,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $3,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John M Clayton
- Doris J Clayton
- Beth Clayton
- Mark Clayton
- Stephanie Thompson
Questions people ask
Does John and Doris Clayton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John and Doris Clayton Foundation give?
$12,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs John and Doris Clayton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John M Clayton (Director/President), Doris J Clayton (Director/Secretary/Treasurer), Beth Clayton (Director) and Mark Clayton (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does John and Doris Clayton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and food and hunger.