Clayco Foundation the
Invitation OnlyChicago, Illinois · EIN 47-1330583 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1.9M
Organizations funded18
Typical grant$75,000
Total assets$1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $145,081.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
72% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine | New York, NY | Ellen S Clark RVCL Research Fund | $312,500 |
| Washington University | St Louis, MO | RVCL Anti-body | $260,625 |
| University of Chicago | Chicago, IL | Discretion of Dean of the Division of Biological Sciences and the Pritzker School of Medicine | $200,000 |
| Netherland America Foundation | New York, NY | University of Leiden Medical Center, RVCL Research | $200,000 |
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | RVCL Research, Nourti Neamati, Ph.D. | $145,081 |
| University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine | New York, NY | Ellen S Clark RVCL Research Fund | $137,500 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Chicago, IL | Nourish Campaign | $125,000 |
| University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine | New York, NY | Ellen S Clark RVCL Research Fund | $110,000 |
| The Pennsylvania State University | University Park, PA | Clayco Diversity Scholarship in the Dept of Architectural Engineering | $100,000 |
| Ace Mentor Program of America | Philadelphia, PA | Architecture, Construction & Engineering Mentorship | $75,000 |
| University of Chicago Harris School of Public Policy | Chicago, IL | Obama Foundation Scholars Program | $50,000 |
| Next Level Empowerment Center | New Haven, CT | At Next Level Boys Academy and Empowerment Center, we help young men become strong leaders by providing mentorship and support in a… | $25,000 |
| Tools Up Foundation Inc | Chicago, IL | Tools Up Foundation (TUF) is 501c3 nonprofit organization focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and workforce development, in the… | $25,000 |
| LIV Recovery Sober Living | Lake Saint Louis, MO | We strive to provide safe, loving and life building recovery homes for those who suffer from substance use disorder and co-occurring mental… | $25,000 |
| Beyond Care Resource Center | Philadelphia, PA | Beyond Care is a home care company in St Louis MO. | $25,000 |
| Servants for Hope | Austin, TX | Serving low-income families in marginalized communities by helping address and alleviate the daily challenges we face together. | $25,000 |
| TGi Movement | chicago, IL | Our mission is to curate and cultivate Oasis-es throughout the city of Chicago to unite youth across neighborhood boundaries ultimately… | $25,000 |
| Young Voices with Action Inc | Saint Louis, MO | To be a premier youth-led organization that empowers andchallenges our peers to lead and take on leadership roles withintheir homes,… | $25,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,890,706 | 18 |
| 2023 | $2,105,263 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533189349103803
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-1330583
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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