Mclain Foundation
Historical FunderClarence Center, New York · EIN 16-6032078 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $6,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | MCLAIN FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | C/O JONATHAN WRIGHT PO BOX 562, CLARENCE CENTER NY 14032 |
| Phone | 7167414530 |
| Form and materials | LETTER FORM DESCRIBING THE ORGANIZATION AND USE OF FUNDS REQUESTED. |
| Deadlines | NONE AT THIS TIME. |
| Restrictions | GENERALLY LIMITED TO WESTERN AND CENTRAL NEW YORK STATE. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
54% of grants went outside New York.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic Media Network | Williamsville, NY | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Roswell Park Alliance | Buffalo, NY | Ride for roswell | $10,000 |
| The Childrens Hospital of Buffalo Foundation | Buffalo, NY | L.c. wright craniofacial center | $6,000 |
| World Vision Fund | Tacoma, WA | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Unicef USA | New York, NY | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Case Western Reserve University | Cleveland, OH | Charitable | $6,000 |
| The Childrens Hospital of Buffalo Foundation | Buffalo, NY | Craniofacial center | $6,000 |
| Save the Children | Fairfield, CT | Charitable | $5,000 |
| David Lawrence Center for Behavioral Health | Naples, FL | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Unversity of Notre Dame | Notre Dame, IN | Folk choir | $2,000 |
| Specialisterne USA | Wilmington, DE | Charitable | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $68,000 | 11 |
| 2024 | $63,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $64,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611319349101651
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 16-6032078
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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