The Chester Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Chester Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Birmingham, Alabama. In tax year 2024 it gave $400,006 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $200,003 and the largest $400,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$400,006
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$200,003
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
50% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.0 million | 2 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $400,006 | 2 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
The Chester Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Chester Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $400,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $6 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lynn University Inc | The snyder scholar scholarship | $400,000 |
| Charitable Contributions From Passthroughs | Charitable contribution | $6 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen F Snyder
- Jamie S Snyder
- Barron F Snyder
- Therese Snyder
Questions people ask
Does The Chester Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Chester Foundation Inc give?
$400,006 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $200,003.
Who runs The Chester Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephen F Snyder (President/Director), Jamie S Snyder (Vice President/Director), Barron F Snyder (Vice President/Director/Se) and Therese Snyder (Director).
What does The Chester Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.