Wayne & Arlene Chaplin Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wayne & Arlene Chaplin Family Foundation is a private foundation in Miami, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $443,495 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $180,000. 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$443,495
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$180,000
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was down from $835,720 the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $965,315 | 14 | $190,512 |
| 2024 | $835,720 | 13 | $604,757 |
| 2025 | $443,495 | 10 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Wayne & Arlene 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 Wayne & Arlene Chaplin Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 9 | $263,495 |
| New York | 1 | $180,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Binyan Torah Inc | Suppport contribution | $180,000 |
| Chabad Miami Beach | Support contribution | $96,600 |
| Greater Miami Jewish Federation | Support contribution | $65,000 |
| Temple Beth Sholom | Support contribution | $52,020 |
| Perez Art Museum Miami | Support contribution | $20,000 |
| Miami Country Day School | Support contribution | $10,000 |
| Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation | Support contribution | $6,460 |
| University of Miami | Support contribution | $5,378 |
| Temple Emanuel | Support contribution | $5,200 |
| Lehrman Community Day School | Support contribution | $2,837 |
Officers and trustees
- Wayne E Chaplin
- Arlene Chaplin
- Steven Schermer
Questions people ask
Does Wayne & Arlene Chaplin Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wayne & Arlene Chaplin Family Foundation give?
$443,495 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Wayne & Arlene Chaplin Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wayne E Chaplin (President, Secretary, Treas), Arlene Chaplin (Vice President) and Steven Schermer (Trustee).
What does Wayne & Arlene Chaplin Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.