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The Clara Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that engages in relationship-based funding, making grants exclusively by invitation and not accepting unsolicited proposals. In 2024, the foundation distributed a total of $65,000 across six grantees. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Cause Areas
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
RECLAIM
St. Paul, MN
$205K
44%
CENTRACARE HEALTH FOUNDATION
ST. CLOUD, MN
$128.5K
27%

ANNA MARIE'S ALLIANCE
ST. CLOUD, MN
$25K
5%
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$8.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE CLARA FOUNDATION?
No. THE CLARA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE CLARA FOUNDATION give?
THE CLARA FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Minnesota and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE CLARA FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE CLARA FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $8,750. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE CLARA FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE CLARA FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $65 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE CLARA FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE CLARA FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include RECLAIM, CENTRACARE HEALTH FOUNDATION, and ANNA MARIE'S ALLIANCE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE CLARA FOUNDATION?
THE CLARA FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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