The Clayton Homes Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Clayton Homes Foundation is a private foundation in Maryville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.3 million in 93 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.8 million. 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$6.3 million
- Number of grants93
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.8 million
- Assets$6.4 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.8 million the year before.
63% 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 | $3.8 million | 96 | $5.4 million |
| 2024 | $6.3 million | 93 | $6.4 million |
How to apply
The Clayton Homes 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 Clayton Homes Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 80 | $4.9 million |
| Georgia | 1 | $815,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $300,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $250,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $50,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Alabama | 2 | $3,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Family Promise | General Support | $1.8 million |
| Operation Hope Inc | General Support | $815,000 |
| Next Step Network Inc | General Support | $300,000 |
| United Way of Blount County | General Support | $275,938 |
| Helen Ross McNabb Foundation | General Support | $203,750 |
| Neighborworks America | General Support | $200,000 |
| Tennessee SCORE | General Support | $200,000 |
| Interfaith Health Clinic | General Support | $170,000 |
| Zoo Knoxville | General Support | $165,000 |
| Knox Education Foundation | General Support | $152,500 |
| Muse Knoxville | General Support | $128,725 |
| American Red Cross | General Support | $110,000 |
| New Hope Capital Campaign | General Support | $110,000 |
| Clayton Bradley Academy | General Support | $103,000 |
| Family Investment Foundation | General Support | $100,000 |
| FISH Hospitality Pantries | General Support | $100,000 |
| Wesley House Community Center | General Support | $100,000 |
| Williams Creek Youth Foundation | General Support | $100,000 |
| Blount County Habitat for Humanity | General Support | $80,000 |
| TN Achieves | General Support | $75,000 |
| Blount County Education Foundation | General Support | $70,000 |
| Volunteer Ministry Center | General Support | $70,000 |
| YWCA Knoxville | General Support | $60,000 |
| Girl Talk Inc | General Support | $50,000 |
| Kalamazoo Community Foundation | General Support | $50,000 |
| Rural LISC | General Support | $50,000 |
| Susannah's House | General Support | $50,000 |
| University Health System Inc | General Support | $50,000 |
| Great Smokey Mountain Council | General Support | $40,000 |
| Emerald Youth Foundation | General Support | $30,000 |
| Empower Valley Dream Farm Foundation | General Support | $25,000 |
| Equal Chance for Education | General Support | $25,000 |
| Tennessee Kids Belong | General Support | $25,000 |
| Ace Mentor Program of America | General Support | $20,000 |
| JDRF Tennessee | General Support | $20,000 |
| Knoxville Children's Theatre | General Support | $20,000 |
| National Kidney Foundation | General Support | $20,000 |
| Knox County Community Gardens | General Support | $15,000 |
| Salvation Army | General Support | $15,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | General Support | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin T Clayton
- Linda Ponce
- Susan Brown
- James Stariha
Questions people ask
Does The Clayton Homes Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Clayton Homes Foundation give?
$6.3 million in tax year 2024, across 93 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Clayton Homes Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kevin T Clayton (President), Linda Ponce (Secretary), Susan Brown (Director) and James Stariha (Director).
What does The Clayton Homes Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and health.