John & Mary Margaret Clay Foundatio
Preselected recipients only
John & Mary Margaret Clay Foundatio is a private foundation in Westworth Village, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,225 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $42,100. 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$84,225
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$42,100
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was down from $109,000 the year before.
80% 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 | $114,890 | 12 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $109,000 | 9 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $84,225 | 15 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
John & Mary Margaret Clay Foundatio 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 & Mary Margaret Clay Foundatio funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $73,225 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $3,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Universtiy Christian Church | Capital | $42,100 |
| Hyde Park Schools | Capital fund | $10,000 |
| Gladney Center for Adoption | Operating | $5,625 |
| All Saints Presybeterian | Operating | $5,000 |
| College of Wooster | Endowment | $3,000 |
| Louisiana Tech University | Endowment | $3,000 |
| Center for Transforming Lives | Operating | $2,500 |
| Presybeterian Night Shelter | Operating | $2,500 |
| Junket | Operating | $2,500 |
| Styles for Kids | Operating | $2,500 |
| Fort Worth Country Day | Operating | $2,000 |
| Jewel Charity | Operating | $1,000 |
| First Liberty | Operating | $1,000 |
| Womens Center | Operating | $1,000 |
| Memorials | Operating | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- John Clay
- Mary Margaret Clay
- Mary Carolyn Gatzke
- Reed Clay
- Katherine Strecker
Questions people ask
Does John & Mary Margaret Clay Foundatio accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Mary Margaret Clay Foundatio give?
$84,225 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs John & Mary Margaret Clay Foundatio?
Its 2025 filing lists John Clay (President), Mary Margaret Clay (Sec Treasure), Mary Carolyn Gatzke (Vice Preside) and Reed Clay (Vice Preside) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does John & Mary Margaret Clay Foundatio fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.