Otis & Bettina Chandler Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Otis & Bettina Chandler Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $62,500 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1.2 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$62,500
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$606,923
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.1 million the year before.
25% 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 | $1.0 million | 11 | $132,974 |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 14 | $774,623 |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 12 | $606,923 |
How to apply
Otis & Bettina Chandler 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 Otis & Bettina Chandler Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $1.2 million |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ojai Valley Community Hospital Foundation | Unrestricted | $400,000 |
| Downtown Women's Center | Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Food Share Inc | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Artcenter College of Design | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Direct Relief Foundation | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Help of Ojai | Unrestricted | $100,000 |
| Radiant Church | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Living Education Collective | Unrestricted | $23,650 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Human Rights Watch | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ojai Youth Entertainers Studio | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Zeffy Inc | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bettina Chandler
- Daniel Martin
- Nate Vereb
Questions people ask
Does Otis & Bettina Chandler Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Otis & Bettina Chandler Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $62,500.
Who runs Otis & Bettina Chandler Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bettina Chandler (President), Daniel Martin (Vice President) and Nate Vereb (Director).
What does Otis & Bettina Chandler Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.