Claude Stauffer Memorial Trust
Preselected recipients only
Claude Stauffer Memorial Trust is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $195,819 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $19,582 and the largest $78,327. 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$195,819
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$19,582
- Largest grant$78,327
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $4.5 million the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $135,131 | 6 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $4.5 million | 6 | $222,337 |
| 2025 | $195,819 | 6 | $0 |
How to apply
Claude Stauffer Memorial Trust 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 Claude Stauffer Memorial Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $195,819 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Emmanuel Lutheran Church | Unrestricted general | $78,327 |
| United Way of Greater Hazelton | Unrestricted general | $39,164 |
| Emmanuel United Church of Christ | Unrestricted general | $19,582 |
| Bethany United Methodist Church | Unrestricted general | $19,582 |
| Mt Zion Lutheran Church | Unrestricted general | $19,582 |
| Sacred Heart of Jesus Roman Catholic CH | Unrestricted general | $19,582 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does Claude Stauffer Memorial Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Claude Stauffer Memorial Trust give?
$195,819 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $19,582.
Who runs Claude Stauffer Memorial Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does Claude Stauffer Memorial Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.