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The Clifton Foundation Inc

Chestertown, Maryland  ·  EIN 522256618  ·  Private foundation

Based in Chestertown, Maryland, The Clifton Foundation Inc has awarded $8.1M across 77 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2024. Its largest grant on record went to Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.

$1.0M
Indexed giving (FY2025)
$9.6M
Assets (FY2025)
77
Grants tracked
2024
Latest grant in this overview

What The Clifton Foundation Inc funds

The Clifton Foundation Inc's giving carries a documented focus on education, faith-based (christian), faith-based, higher education, housing & homelessness, and related causes.

EducationFaith-Based (Christian)Faith-BasedHigher EducationHousing & HomelessnessK-12 Education

Populations it has supported include veterans.

veterans

Selected grant examples

Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund
GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES
Albany, NY$5.0M2023
YMCA of the Chesapeake
GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES
Easton, MD$325K2024
YMCA of the Chesapeake
GENERAL CHARITABLE PURPOSES
Easton, MD$320K2023

How to apply for funding from The Clifton Foundation Inc

The Clifton Foundation Inc's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request.

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Frequently asked questions about The Clifton Foundation Inc

Does The Clifton Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
The Clifton Foundation Inc's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
What does The Clifton Foundation Inc fund?
The Clifton Foundation Inc's grants focus on education. Example recipients include Goldman Sachs Philanthropy Fund, YMCA of the Chesapeake. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
How much does The Clifton Foundation Inc give in grants?
The Clifton Foundation Inc's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $1.0M in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $8.1M over 77 grants.
Where is The Clifton Foundation Inc located?
The Clifton Foundation Inc is based in Chestertown, Maryland. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 522256618.
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About this profile. This page is built from The Clifton Foundation Inc's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; Filings describe past activity and arrive with a lag. Financial summaries and grant records can cover different years. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with The Clifton Foundation Inc. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.