Don and Barbara Chapin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Don and Barbara Chapin Foundation is a private foundation in Salinas, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $88,400 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$88,400
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2024 was up from $70,100 the year before.
65% 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 | $70,100 | 28 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $88,400 | 31 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
Don and Barbara Chapin 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.
What Don and Barbara Chapin Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 31 | $88,400 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Coastal Kids Homecare | Home health care for low income families | $10,000 |
| Rancho Cielo | Tool belts and tools for construction education | $10,000 |
| SPCA Monterey County | Animal care & rescue | $5,500 |
| Yosal | Music programs for kids | $5,000 |
| Monterey Jr Cycling Development | Promote youth cycling & physical fitness | $5,000 |
| North Monterey County High School | Education support | $5,000 |
| United for San Benito | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Canine Companions | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Harmony at Home | Program Support | $5,000 |
| Youth on Course | Support youth on course program | $2,500 |
| North County Bulldogs | Youth programs | $2,500 |
| Brighter Bites | To promote healthy nutrition | $2,500 |
| Casa of Monterey County | Youth advocacy | $2,500 |
| The Agricultural Leadership Council | Promote Leadership in Agriculture | $2,500 |
| Salinas Regional Sports Authority | Support Youth Sports & Activities | $2,500 |
| Door to Hope | Program Support | $2,500 |
| Salinas Area Rif Program | Books for children | $1,500 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | Leukemia and lymphoma research | $1,500 |
| Sacred Heart School Parents Club | Support Student and School Programs | $1,500 |
| Madonna del Sasso School | Support Student and School Programs | $1,500 |
| Max's Helping Paws Foundation | Animal healthcare and wellbeing | $1,000 |
| Sand City Volleyball Club | Youth sports | $1,000 |
| Salinas FC Union | Promote developmental soccer | $1,000 |
| North Monterey County Hs Boosters | Program Support | $1,000 |
| Castroville Coalition | Program Support | $1,000 |
| Live for Ross | Program Support | $1,000 |
| Soledad Police Dept Youth Preventio | Provide Youth Support | $1,000 |
| Second Chance at Love Humane Societ | Program Support | $1,000 |
| The Blazin Gators | Program Support | $1,000 |
| San Benito County Public Health Ser | Public Health Support | $300 |
| Salinas Bowman Inc | Program Support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald D Chapin Jr
- Barbara A Chapin
- Donald D Chapin III
- Caroline D Chapin
Questions people ask
Does Don and Barbara Chapin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Don and Barbara Chapin Foundation give?
$88,400 in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Don and Barbara Chapin Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald D Chapin Jr (President), Barbara A Chapin (Vice President), Donald D Chapin III (Secretary) and Caroline D Chapin (Treasurer).
What does Don and Barbara Chapin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and health.