The Clabaugh Legacy Foundation

Funding the work that outlasts us.

The Clabaugh Legacy Foundation was established to honor the life and entrepreneurial spirit of Karen Knudtson — and to ensure that the nonprofits doing the most important work in our communities have the structural support they need to endure.

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In Honor of Karen Knudtson

1940 – 2025

Karen Knudtson spent 33 years building Knudtson Tax Service and co-founded a real estate company — not because she chased recognition, but because she believed in the dignity of doing good work and building something that mattered. She was an entrepreneur, a mother, and a model of quiet strength. This foundation carries her name because it carries her values: stewardship, community, and legacy built one careful decision at a time.

Grant Pillar 1 — NOHR Assessments

Funding Nonprofit Organizational Health Reviews for organizations that need structural clarity but lack the resources to access it. Stronger nonprofits build stronger communities.

Grant Pillar 2 — AI Implementation Support

Helping nonprofits responsibly adopt AI tools that extend their capacity, reduce administrative burden, and free their teams to focus on mission-driven work.

Accepting Applications — Coming Soon

The foundation is currently in formation. Grant guidelines, eligibility criteria, and the application process will be published here when accepting begins. If you'd like to be notified when applications open, reach out directly.

Formation in Progress · Georgetown, TX

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In Memory of

Karen Knudtson

Entrepreneur. Tax professional. Real estate leader. Trailblazer.
[YOUR DESCRIPTION OF KAREN HERE — her life, her impact, and what she meant to the mission behind this foundation.]

Two Grant Pillars
Pillar 1

NOHR Assessment Grants

Funding access for eligible nonprofits to receive a full Mission Continuity Framework™ organizational health review — removing cost as a barrier to foundational health work.

Pillar 2

AI Implementation Grants

Support for nonprofits seeking to responsibly integrate AI tools into their operations — building capacity, efficiency, and sustainability through technology access.

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