Clements-HandyFoundation, Inc.
Historic brick street beneath live oaks draped in Spanish moss in Winter Park, Florida

Winter Park, Florida

Planting seeds today for the shade of tomorrow.

The Clements-Handy Foundation, Inc. is a private charitable foundation committed to strengthening communities through thoughtful, lasting philanthropy.

Volunteers planting young trees together in a Central Florida park

About the Foundation

A family of giving, rooted in Central Florida.

Founded in Winter Park, the Clements-Handy Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) private foundation dedicated to supporting organizations that uplift individuals, families, and communities. Like the live oaks that line our city's streets, we believe the best philanthropy grows slowly, steadily, and for generations.

Through carefully considered grants, we partner with charitable organizations whose work reflects our values and creates measurable, meaningful change.

Stewardship
We treat every dollar entrusted to us with care, ensuring resources are directed where they make a real difference.
Integrity
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of transparency, accountability, and ethical practice.
Compassion
We believe dignity and opportunity belong to everyone, and we give with empathy and respect.

Focus Areas

Where our support takes root.

We concentrate our giving on areas where steady, long-term support can change lives.

  • Education

    Expanding access to learning, scholarships, and programs that help students of every age reach their potential.

  • Health & Human Services

    Supporting organizations that provide care, nourishment, and stability to individuals and families in need.

  • Community Development

    Investing in the neighborhoods, civic institutions, and local initiatives that make communities thrive.

  • Arts & Culture

    Preserving and celebrating the cultural life that enriches our region and brings people together.

A student reading in a bright community library

Our Approach

Grantmaking built on relationships.

As a private foundation, we primarily make grants to qualified 501(c)(3) public charities. We welcome brief introductions from organizations whose work aligns with our mission.

Submit a Letter of Inquiry
  1. Introduce your organization

    Send a brief letter of inquiry describing your mission, the program you seek support for, and its intended impact.

  2. Conversation & review

    Our directors review inquiries that align with our focus areas and may reach out to learn more about your work.

  3. Invitation to apply

    Selected organizations are invited to submit a full proposal, including budget and evidence of 501(c)(3) status.

  4. Partnership

    Grants are awarded with a spirit of partnership, and we stay connected to celebrate the outcomes together.

Contact

We'd be glad to hear from you.

For grant inquiries, partnership opportunities, or general questions, reach out using the details below.

Send a message

Submitting opens your email app with a message addressed to info@clements-handyfoundation.org.