Clavis Impact Fund
Preselected recipients only
Clavis Impact Fund is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $99,963 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $62,000. 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$99,963
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$62,000
- Assets$642,560
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was down from $147,504 the year before.
55% 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 | $42,995 | 5 | $151,102 |
| 2024 | $147,504 | 11 | $250,198 |
| 2025 | $99,963 | 11 | $642,560 |
How to apply
Clavis Impact Fund 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 Clavis Impact Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $97,363 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Sage School of Dallas | Unrestricted charitable grant | $62,000 |
| Highlander Band Boosters | Unrestricted charitable grant | $12,263 |
| International Student Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $10,000 |
| Crystal Charity Ball | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| Friends of the University Park Public Library | Unrestricted charitable grant | $5,000 |
| The Ronald McDonald House | Unrestricted charitable grant | $2,500 |
| 29 Acres | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,554 |
| Community Foundation of Texas | Unrestricted charitable grant | $1,034 |
| Scouting America | Unrestricted charitable grant | $475 |
| Culver Education Foundation | Unrestricted charitable grant | $100 |
| Highland Park Archery Booster Club | Unrestricted charitable grant | $37 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert T Dauphinais
- Kristen Dauphinais
- James Collet
Questions people ask
Does Clavis Impact Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Clavis Impact Fund give?
$99,963 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Clavis Impact Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert T Dauphinais (President), Kristen Dauphinais (Secretary) and James Collet (Director).
What does Clavis Impact Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.