John and Doris Clayton Foundation
Invitation OnlyGatlinburg, Tennessee · EIN 82-3270699 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$12K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$3,000
Total assets$221K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $3,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
0% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knox Area Rescue Ministries | Knoxville, TN | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $3,000 |
| Nashville Rescue Mission | Nashville, TN | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $3,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee | Maryville, TN | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $3,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee | Nashville, TN | To further one or more of the exempt purposes of the charity | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,000 | 4 |
| 2024 | $12,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $11,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 1, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620609349100252
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-3270699
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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