Cherith Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Cherith Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Willmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.6 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $800,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.6 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$800,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$46.4 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.7 million the year before.
50% 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 | $1.7 million | 2 | $44.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.6 million | 2 | $46.4 million |
How to apply
Cherith Foundation Inc 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 Cherith Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1.1 million |
| Kentucky | 1 | $500,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The National Philantropic Trust | Educational and artistic programs | $1.1 million |
| Fidelity Charitable Trust | Theological education and evangelism | $500,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Scott S Chen
- John E Child
Questions people ask
Does Cherith Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cherith Foundation Inc give?
$1.6 million in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $800,000.
Who runs Cherith Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Scott S Chen (Director) and John E Child (President).
What does Cherith Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, arts and culture and faith communities.