Chaplin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chaplin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 and the largest $25,000. 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$30,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$437,382
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $33,000 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $0 | 0 | $253,426 |
| 2024 | $33,000 | 5 | $417,748 |
| 2025 | $30,000 | 4 | $437,382 |
How to apply
Chaplin 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 Chaplin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 2 | $27,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rutgers University Foundation | Charitable Event | $25,000 |
| Newark School of the Arts Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Shatterproof A Nonprofit Corp | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| President and Fellows of Harvard College | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Beverly J Cartini
- C Edward Chaplin
- Edward A Chaplin
- Karen L Chaplin
Questions people ask
Does Chaplin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chaplin Family Foundation give?
$30,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Chaplin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Beverly J Cartini (Dir, Treas), C Edward Chaplin (Dir, Pres), Edward A Chaplin (Dir, Sec) and Karen L Chaplin (Dir, VP).
What does Chaplin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.