Chamberlin Education Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chamberlin Education Foundation is a private foundation in Richmond, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.0 million in 1,302 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $383,919. 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$3.0 million
- Number of grants1,302
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$383,919
- Assets$83.8 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.3 million the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.3 million | 1,466 | $86.8 million |
| 2024 | $3.0 million | 1,302 | $83.8 million |
How to apply
Chamberlin Education Foundation 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Chamberlin Education Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1,298 | $2.9 million |
| New York | 2 | $111,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $12,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| S2C Collective | Program support | $383,919 |
| West Contra Costa Unified School District | Program support | $300,000 |
| Tfa Bay Area | Program support | $250,000 |
| Contra Costa County Charter Coalition | Program support | $250,000 |
| Edsource | Program support | $200,000 |
| Go Public Schools | Program support | $200,000 |
| Go Public Schools | Program support | $150,000 |
| Ca Charter Schools Association | Program support | $125,000 |
| Oakland Enrolls | Program support | $100,000 |
| New Leaders | Program support | $75,000 |
| Rivet Schoolbay Area Hybrid College Initiative | Program support | $50,000 |
| Teachstartedward Charles Foundation | Program support | $50,000 |
| Alder Graduate School of Education | Program support | $45,000 |
| New Leaders Apf | Program support | $36,000 |
| Diversity in Leadership Institute | Program support | $35,000 |
| Teachstartedward Charles Foundation | Program support | $35,000 |
| Richmond College Prep | Program support | $25,000 |
| Core District | Program support | $17,500 |
| Richmond Promise | Program support | $15,000 |
| Los Cenzontles Mexican Arts Center | Program support | $15,000 |
| East Bay Center for the Performing Arts | Program support | $15,000 |
| The Latina Center | Program support | $12,500 |
| STUDIOFIVE10 Social and Emotional Restoration Program | Program support | $10,000 |
| College Is Real Inc | Program support | $10,000 |
| Bay Area Community Resources | Program support | $10,000 |
| Fierce Advocates | Program support | $10,000 |
| Aim High for High School | Program support | $10,000 |
| Early Childhood Mental Health Program | Program support | $10,000 |
| The Practice Space | Program support | $10,000 |
| Just Imagine Kidz | Program support | $10,000 |
| Yes Nature to Neighborhoods | Program support | $10,000 |
| Bay Area Girls Club | Program support | $7,500 |
| Contra Costa Youth Service Bureau | Program support | $7,500 |
| Improve Your Tomorrow | Program support | $7,500 |
| Springboard Collaborative | Program support | $7,500 |
| Mindful Life Project | Program support | $7,500 |
| Seneca Family of Agencies | Program support | $7,500 |
| Junior Achievement of Northern California | Program support | $5,000 |
| Greater Richmond Interfaith Program | Program support | $5,000 |
| Community Resources for Science | Program support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen W Chamberlin
- Susan C Chamberlin
- Melinda Erkelens
- Anne Hoffman
- Dr Stephanie Phillips
- Christine Castillo
- Arun Ramanathan
Questions people ask
Does Chamberlin Education Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chamberlin Education Foundation give?
$3.0 million in tax year 2024, across 1,302 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Chamberlin Education Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Stephen W Chamberlin (Chair), Susan C Chamberlin (Vice Chair), Melinda Erkelens (Director) and Anne Hoffman (Director) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Chamberlin Education Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and youth programs.