Chestnut Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chestnut Family Foundation is a private foundation in Atlanta, Georgia. In tax year 2025 it gave $17.0 million in 40 grants; the typical grant was $161,200 and the largest $3.5 million. 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$17.0 million
- Number of grants40
- Typical grant$161,200
- Largest grant$3.5 million
- Assets$357 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2025 was down from $20.0 million the year before.
38% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $16.5 million | 23 | $296 million |
| 2024 | $20.0 million | 33 | $318 million |
| 2025 | $17.0 million | 40 | $357 million |
How to apply
Chestnut 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 Chestnut Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 32 | $8.9 million |
| California | 2 | $3.5 million |
| Maryland | 1 | $3.2 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $1.0 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $150,000 |
| New York | 1 | $125,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $100,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ayn Rand Institute | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $3.5 million |
| Join Together Society America | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $3.2 million |
| Atlanta Beltline Partnership | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $1.5 million |
| Atlanta Music Project | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $1.0 million |
| Path Foundation | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $1.0 million |
| Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $667,000 |
| Bearings Bike | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $650,000 |
| Friends of Refugees | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $498,300 |
| Corners Outreach | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $438,000 |
| Soccer in the Streets | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $325,000 |
| Global Village Project | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $316,250 |
| Kate's Club | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $312,000 |
| Robert Woodruff Arts Center | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $300,000 |
| Laamistad Inc | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $297,850 |
| Georgia Hi-Lo Trail Inc | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $258,568 |
| City of Refuge | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $241,667 |
| Atlanta Angels | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $225,000 |
| Georgia Interscholastic Cycling League | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $196,560 |
| Augusta Mini Theatre | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $180,000 |
| Helping Mamas | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $172,400 |
| Chastain Horse Park | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $150,000 |
| Jessye Norman School of the Arts | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $150,000 |
| Woodson Center | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $150,000 |
| C5 Georgia Youth Foundation of Georgia | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $145,000 |
| MTB Atlanta | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $126,157 |
| Save the Music Foundation | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $125,000 |
| Catalyst Sports | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $110,000 |
| Artsnow | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| Next Gen Men and Women | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| Our House Inc | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| Perfect Harmony Health Inc | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $100,000 |
| BLUEPRINT58 | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $80,000 |
| Brag Dream Team Inc | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Children's Healthcare of Atlanta | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Dance Canvas | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $50,000 |
| Bay High School Foundation | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $40,000 |
| Clark's Christmas Kids 2023 | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $35,000 |
| Empty Stocking Fund Inc | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $25,000 |
| Crossroad Community Ministries | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $10,000 |
| Mountain Rescue | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin L Chestnut
- Teresa K Chestnut
Questions people ask
Does Chestnut Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chestnut Family Foundation give?
$17.0 million in tax year 2025, across 40 grants, with a typical grant of $161,200.
Who runs Chestnut Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Benjamin L Chestnut (Trustee) and Teresa K Chestnut (Trustee).
What does Chestnut Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and environment and conservation.