The Kle Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Kle Foundation is a private foundation in Austin, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.8 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $150,000 and the largest $839,980. 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$5.8 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$150,000
- Largest grant$839,980
- Assets$35.0 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $4.3 million the year before.
35% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4.3 million | 13 | $37.0 million |
| 2024 | $5.8 million | 17 | $35.0 million |
How to apply
The Kle 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 Kle Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $4.0 million |
| New York | 3 | $1.3 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $502,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Compass Rose Education Inc | General support | $839,980 |
| KIPP Texas Inc | General support | $800,000 |
| Basis Texas Charter Schools Inc | General support | $785,000 |
| Transcend Inc | General support | $743,500 |
| Austin Achieve Public Schools Inc | General support | $632,250 |
| Femhealth USA Inc DBA Carafem | General support | $502,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | General support | $500,000 |
| Harmony Public Schools | General support | $396,278 |
| Unparalleled Education Inc | General support | $150,000 |
| Texas Charter Schools Association | General support | $125,000 |
| The School for Global Thinkers | General support | $100,000 |
| San Marcos Education Foundation | General support | $88,788 |
| Nyos Charter School | General support | $78,000 |
| Education Reform Now (Ern Texas) | General support | $62,500 |
| University of Houston | General support | $10,000 |
| Ann Richards School Foundation | General support | $1,280 |
| K-1 - Charitable Contributions | General support | $40 |
Officers and trustees
- Lorraine Clasquin
- Eric Harslem
- Kate Harslem
- Kenneth Ragsdale
- Andrew Robbins
Questions people ask
Does The Kle Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Kle Foundation give?
$5.8 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $150,000.
Who runs The Kle Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Lorraine Clasquin (Chairman & President; Director), Eric Harslem (VP, Sec. & Treasurer; Director), Kate Harslem (Assistant Secretary; Director) and Kenneth Ragsdale (Vice Pres of Finance; Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Kle Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.