Chambers Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chambers Family Foundation is a private foundation in Southport, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $400,223 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $18,554 and the largest $50,000. 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$400,223
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$18,554
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$13.7 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $257,300 the year before.
46% 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 | $257,300 | 20 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $400,223 | 22 | $13.7 million |
How to apply
Chambers Family 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 Chambers Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 10 | $159,223 |
| Massachusetts | 6 | $155,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $35,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $20,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $9,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Flutie Foundation | Operations | $50,000 |
| PMC Jimmy Fund | Operations | $40,000 |
| End 68 Hours of Hunger | Operations | $30,000 |
| Circle of Care | Operations | $26,000 |
| Boston Children's Hospital | Operations | $25,000 |
| Breast Cancer Alliance | Operations | $25,000 |
| Trackside Teen Center | Operations | $25,000 |
| Will Norton Foundation | Operations | $25,000 |
| Giants of the Earth | Operations | $20,000 |
| Camp Southern Ground | Operations | $20,000 |
| Friends of the Eliot School | Operations | $20,000 |
| St Matthew Church Wilton | Operations | $17,108 |
| Maritime Society | Operations | $16,115 |
| Boston Marathon Jimmy Fund | Operations | $10,000 |
| Beth Israel | Operations | $10,000 |
| World Affairs Council of CT | Operations | $10,000 |
| Providence College | Operations | $9,000 |
| Catholic Academy of Stamford | Operations | $5,000 |
| Derry Village Rotary | Operations | $5,000 |
| Generation Impact | Operations | $5,000 |
| Wilton Playshop | Operations | $5,000 |
| Valhalla Lions Club | Operations | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John A Wyman
Questions people ask
Does Chambers Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chambers Family Foundation give?
$400,223 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $18,554.
Who runs Chambers Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists John A Wyman (Trustee).
What does Chambers Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and education.