The Cleaves and Mae Rhea Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Cleaves and Mae Rhea Foundation is a private foundation in Fort Worth, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $65,000 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$65,000
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees9%
Giving in 2024 was down from $65,500 the year before.
9% of its 2024 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 | $65,500 | 25 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 23 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
The Cleaves and Mae Rhea 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 Cleaves and Mae Rhea Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 8 | $20,000 |
| California | 4 | $15,000 |
| Missouri | 3 | $14,500 |
| Texas | 2 | $6,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $2,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City Academy | General Support | $10,000 |
| Woodland Park Zoo | General Support | $10,000 |
| Alameda County Community Food Bank | General Support | $6,000 |
| Berkeley Food Network | general support | $5,000 |
| Malt | general support | $5,000 |
| Berkeley Public Library | general support | $3,000 |
| St Louis Children's Hospital Foundation | General Support | $2,500 |
| Home Works | General Support | $2,000 |
| Mary's Place | General Support | $2,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | general support | $2,000 |
| Food Lifeline | general support | $2,000 |
| Ballard Food Bank | general support | $2,000 |
| Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation | general support | $2,000 |
| Doctors without borders | General Support | $2,000 |
| Springboard Foundation | General Support | $1,500 |
| Griffin Center | General Support | $1,000 |
| North Coast land Conservancy | General Support | $1,000 |
| Seattle Art Museum | General Support | $1,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club | General Support | $1,000 |
| Orcas Island Library | general support | $1,000 |
| Seattle Parks Foundation | general support | $1,000 |
| Seattle Humane | general support | $1,000 |
| Autistry Studios | General Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nancy S Thompson
- Andrew Thompson
- Christopher Thompson
- Heather Thompson
- Wendy Thompson
- Rebecca D'isay Spring
Questions people ask
Does The Cleaves and Mae Rhea Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Cleaves and Mae Rhea Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Cleaves and Mae Rhea Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nancy S Thompson (Secretary/Treas/Dir.), Andrew Thompson (Director), Christopher Thompson (President/DIRECTOR) and Heather Thompson (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Cleaves and Mae Rhea Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, environment and conservation and education.