Gilbert and Aileen Chuck Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Gilbert and Aileen Chuck Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Camarillo, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.6 million in 8 grants; the typical grant was $200,250 and the largest $1.3 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.6 million
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$200,250
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$25.6 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
38% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $21.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 8 | $25.4 million |
| 2025 | $2.6 million | 8 | $25.6 million |
How to apply
Gilbert and Aileen Chuck Charitable Trust 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $1.9 million |
| Hawaii | 2 | $425,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Hope | Charitable contribution | $1.3 million |
| Ronald Reagan Presiden Foundation | Charitable contribution | $350,000 |
| University of Hawaii Foundation | Charitable contribution | $300,000 |
| Conservative Partnership Institute | Charitable contribution | $250,000 |
| Ventura Co Legal Aid | Charitable contribution | $150,500 |
| Wave Harmony Foundation | Charitable contribution | $125,000 |
| Dignity Health | Charitable contribution | $100,000 |
| The Seven Charitable Foundation | Charitable contribution | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald Purdy
- Kevin G Staker
Questions people ask
Does Gilbert and Aileen Chuck Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gilbert and Aileen Chuck Charitable Trust give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $200,250.
Who runs Gilbert and Aileen Chuck Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Ronald Purdy (Trustee) and Kevin G Staker (Trustee).