Saint Peter Claver Foundation

What Saint Peter Claver Foundation does

Saint Peter Claver Foundation (SPCF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charitable organization headquartered at 1825 Orleans Avenue in New Orleans, Louisiana, with a headcount of 11 to 50 staff. The foundation operates as the official charitable arm of the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary — described as the largest African American Lay Organization in the Catholic Church, with more than 100 years of operational history. SPCF's mission is to promote and enhance the benevolent goals of KPC by addressing the charitable needs of members, parishes, and the greater community across seven program verticals: Social Justice (Black Lives Matter/Dignity of Black Lives, Criminal Justice Reform, Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking, and Racism), Housing Assistance and Poverty Eradication, Education, Elder Support, At-Risk Youth, Health & Wellness (including sickle cell research), and Religious Support. The foundation functions as a grant-making intermediary: it solicits donations, pools them into restricted funds such as a stated $100,000 Social Justice Fund, and disburses grants to community partners once fundraising targets are met.

SPCF does not sell products or services. Revenue is generated through voluntary individual donations, grant-making cycles, annual gala fundraising (the 2026 SPCF Gala is scheduled for July 26, 2026 in Houston, TX), and partnership contributions from public and private organizations. Donations are accepted online through the foundation's website (claverfoundation.org), powered by the MemberLeap association-management platform and integrated with Stripe, PayPal, and ACH/eCheck rails; a complementary donation channel exists via the GiveNOLA regional giving platform. Programs are delivered through a national parish and council network of the Knights of Peter Claver, direct community initiatives (food pantries, tutoring, youth development, health fairs), and third-party partners such as AARP for elder services. The foundation publishes annual fiscal reports covering FY2015 through FY2024.

Beneficiary segments include Catholic community members, individuals and families experiencing poverty or housing instability, youth and students, elderly residents, social justice advocates, and health-and-wellness seekers. Strategic positioning is anchored in the foundation's Catholic, values-based mission and its unique institutional affiliation with KPC, with executive leadership (Executive Director Grant A. Jones) holding dual roles across both organizations.

Name

Saint Peter Claver Foundation

Legal name

Saint Peter Claver Foundation

Website

https://claverfoundation.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Saint Peter Claver Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving as the charitable arm of the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary. It delivers social justice, education, housing, elder, youth, health, and religious programs funded by donations, grants, and galas.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Charitable Community Services

NAICS

Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813), Civic and Social Organizations (8134)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGAKAB

Community Foundations

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Philanthropy, Foundations & Grantmaking

SECONDARYBPAGAKAN

Social Justice & Human Rights Grantmaking Foundations

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Philanthropy, Foundations & Grantmaking

SECONDARYBPAGALAC

Affordable Housing & Community Development (Housing, Community Land Trusts)

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Social Enterprises & Impact Organizations

Keywords

• Charitable community services
• Nonprofit foundation programs
• Social justice advocacy
• Religious affiliated philanthropy
• Donor supported programs

Headquarters

HQ city

New Orleans

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: The foundation accepts one-time and recurring donations from individuals through its website donation portal, offering multiple payment methods including credit card, PayPal, and ACH/eCheck.
2. Grant Funding: Monies from the $100,000 Social Justice Fund will be disbursed in the form of grants upon approval of grant applications. The foundation supports programs through grant-making to community partners.
3. Event Fundraising: Annual gala events such as the 2026 SPCF Gala serve as fundraising opportunities, with ticket sales and event-related donations contributing to revenue.
4. Partnership Contributions: Public and private partners enable the 501c(3) organization to lead and serve constituents through collaborative giving and support.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Saint Peter Claver Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that delivers community support programs across seven impact areas: social justice initiatives (Black Lives Matter, criminal justice reform, domestic violence, human trafficking, racism awareness); housing assistance and poverty eradication; education (tutoring, college track, tuition assistance); elder support (Drive-A-Senior, Meals on Wheels); at-risk youth development; health and wellness (sickle cell research, health fairs); and religious/clergy support. Programs are funded through individual donations, grants, gala fundraising, and partnership contributions, then delivered directly or via grant disbursements to community partners through the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary network.

Product overview

The Saint Peter Claver Foundation (SPCF) is a 501c(3) charitable organization that serves as the philanthropic arm of the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary. The foundation operates as a unified charitable services platform offering seven core program areas: Social Justice Programs (grant-based funding for BLM-Dignity of Black Lives, Criminal Justice Reform, Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking, and Racism initiatives), Housing Assistance/Poverty Eradication Programs, Education Programs, Elder Support Programs (including partnership with AARP), Domestic Issues/At-Risk Youth Programs, Health & Wellness Programs (including sickle cell research), and Religious Support Programs. The foundation also operates supporting platforms including an online Donation Processing Platform (integrated with Stripe and PayPal for credit card and eCheck/ACH donations), Event Registration System for annual galas, and publishes Annual Reports documenting programs and financials from FY 2015-2024.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Social Justice Programs Grant-based social justice programs supporting Black Lives Matter - Dignity of Black Lives, Criminal Justice Reform, Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking, and Racism awareness campaigns, with funds disbursed upon grant application approval.
• Housing Assistance / Poverty Eradication Programs Services including temporary and emergency housing, home furnishings and supplies, food pantries, and job training to support individuals and families experiencing poverty and housing instability.
• Education Programs Educational support services including tutoring, afterschool programs, college track programs, classroom supplies and equipment, and tuition assistance/financial aid support for students and youth.
• Elder Support Programs Services supporting elderly community members including Drive-A-Senior programs, Meals on Wheels, living assistance, and AARP partnership programs for senior transportation, nutrition, and daily living support.
• At-Risk Youth and Domestic Support Programs Support services for domestic abuse victims and at-risk youth including enrichment activities, social services, family support, and youth development programs.
• Health & Wellness Programs Health-focused initiatives including sickle cell research and support, medical supplies and equipment, health fairs, fitness activities, and blood drives.
• Religious Support Programs Spiritual and professional development support for religious and clergy members, including support programs for seminarians.
• Annual SPCF Gala Annual fundraising gala event supporting foundation programs; the 2026 SPCF Gala is scheduled for July 26, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Downtown in Houston, TX, providing ticketed fundraising and community-building opportunities for donors and supporters.

Quantifiable outcome

• $100,000 Social Justice Fund goal established for grants supporting Black Lives Matter, Criminal Justice Reform, Domestic Violence, Human Trafficking, and Racism programs
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies AuxiliarycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe foundation serves as the official charitable arm of the Knights of Peter Claver and Ladies Auxiliary, the largest African American Lay Organization in the Catholic Church. The foundation promotes and enhances the benevolent goals of this organization by addressing charitable needs of members, parishes, and the greater community. Executive Director Grant A. Jones also serves as Executive Director of the Knights of Peter Claver, Inc.
• GiveNOLAminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with GiveNOLA platform for online donation collection, enabling donors to contribute to the foundation through this third-party charitable giving portal.
• AARPminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership programs with AARP to support elder community members through drive-a-senior programs and living assistance initiatives.
• Various Public and Private PartnersminorOthersThe foundation acknowledges public and private partners who enable its 501c(3) organization to lead and serve its constituents. Specific partner names are displayed as logos on the partners page but not explicitly named in text. Organizations interested in partnering may contact [email protected].
• Mustard Seed ProjectminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner organization featured in the foundation's partner slideshow, demonstrating collaborative community support initiatives.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• National Black Catholic Congress: National organization for Black Catholics in the U.S. that coordinates programs, advocacy, and community development across a parish-based network. Highly comparable to SPCF as both serve Black Catholic communities through national reach and faith-based programmatic delivery, and Grant Jones (SPCF's Executive Director) serves as treasurer of the NBCC.
• National Association of Black Catholic Administrators: Professional association of Black Catholic diocesan administrators and leaders. Directly comparable to SPCF as a Black Catholic organizational structure operating within the U.S. Catholic Church, and SPCF's Executive Director Grant Jones serves as parliamentarian and finance committee chair of NABCA, indicating direct operational overlap.
• National Council of Negro Women: National organization representing Black women and families through community programs, education, health, and advocacy initiatives. Comparable to SPCF as a community-based Black American charitable organization, with overlapping program areas including elder support, youth development, and health/wellness.
• United Negro College Fund (UNCF): National organization supporting education for African Americans through scholarships and institutional support. Comparable to SPCF's education vertical and mission of advancing Black communities, though UNCF focuses specifically on HBCU education and operates at much larger scale.

Broad incumbents

• Catholic Charities USA: The national umbrella for Catholic social services across the United States, operating community programs in housing, education, health, and social justice. Directly comparable to SPCF as a faith-based charitable organization delivering social services through a Catholic network, but at vastly greater scale and broader geographic reach.
• United Way Worldwide: The largest community-based nonprofit network in the U.S., funding health, education, and financial stability programs through local affiliates. Comparable to SPCF as a community foundation accepting donations and distributing grants to address poverty, education, and health, though at dramatically larger scale.
• National Urban League: Historic civil rights organization serving African Americans through workforce development, education, housing, and social justice programs. Comparable to SPCF's multi-vertical social services approach in Black communities, but operates at a national scale with significantly larger programs and funding.
• Catholic Relief Services: Official overseas humanitarian agency of the U.S. Catholic Bishops, operating social justice, health, and poverty programs globally. Comparable to SPCF as a Catholic-affiliated charitable organization pursuing social justice mission, though with international scope and substantially larger resources.
• NAACP Foundation: 501(c)(3) fundraising arm of the NAACP that supports civil rights advocacy, social justice programs, and community development. Comparable to SPCF's social justice focus (criminal justice reform, racism, Black Lives Matter) and grant-based program delivery model, though far larger and more politically prominent.

Emerging players

• Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta: A regional community foundation mobilizing philanthropic resources for community development, education, and social justice in the Atlanta metro area. Comparable to SPCF as a community foundation engaging donors and disbursing grants, though focused on a specific metro region rather than a national faith-aligned network.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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