The Chew Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Chew Foundation is a private foundation in Sarasota, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.1 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $998,736. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$998,736
- Assets$26.3 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $101,225 the year before.
100% 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 | $235,000 | 8 | $18.8 million |
| 2024 | $101,225 | 1 | $22.8 million |
| 2025 | $1.1 million | 7 | $26.3 million |
How to apply
The Chew 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Chew Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $998,736 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $20,000 |
| Mississippi | 2 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Cleveland Clinic Foundation | The purpose of the contribution was for promotion of charitable works.the gift was a contribution of 1,600 shares of vanguard stock on 12/16/25 with an appreciated fair market value that day of $998,736 ($624.21/sh) over cost of $314,997.67 (avg cost of $196.87/sh). The net gain of $683,738.33 was excluded from excise tax and shown as an other addition to net assets on page 2 of the 990pf. | $998,736 |
| Gigi's Playhouse Down Syndrome Achievement Centers | Promotion of charitable works | $50,000 |
| St Jude Children Research Hospital | Promotion of charitable works | $20,000 |
| Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance | Promotion of charitable works | $20,000 |
| Mustard Seed | Promotion of charitable works | $10,000 |
| VHL Alliance | Promotion of charitable works | $10,000 |
| Central Ms Down Syndrome Society | Promotion of charitable works | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John S Chew Jr
- Karen Chew Taylor
- Judith A Chew
- T Calvin Wells
- Kelly Robinson
Questions people ask
Does The Chew Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Chew Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Chew Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John S Chew Jr (Board Member), Karen Chew Taylor (Secretary), Judith A Chew (Board Member) and T Calvin Wells (Board Member) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Chew Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, disability and science and research.