Plainfield Chamber Foundation
Accepts applications
Plainfield Chamber Foundation is a private foundation in Plainfield, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,866 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,462 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$94,866
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,462
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was up from $51,956 the year before.
64% 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 | $2,640 | 1 | $81,474 |
| 2024 | $51,956 | 11 | $94,160 |
| 2025 | $94,866 | 11 | $0 |
How to apply
| Contact | Chris Spires 206 W Main Street Suite 210, Plainfield, IN 46168 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (317) 839-3800 |
| What to submit | Written application including name, address, phone number and amount requested. |
| Restrictions | Must be within boundaries of guilford township and/or the town of plainfield. |
What Plainfield Chamber Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 9 | $89,866 |
| Missouri | 1 | $3,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Azo Properties | Town of plainfield - facade grant | $30,000 |
| Purdue University | University scholarship | $16,000 |
| Crestpoint Real Estate | Town of plainfield - facade grant | $15,000 |
| LPQ Enterprises LLC | Town of plainfield - facade grant | $15,000 |
| Ball State University | University scholarship | $4,500 |
| Plainfield Youth Assistance Program | To close out checking account | $3,462 |
| Franklin College | University scholarship | $3,000 |
| Ozark Christian College | University scholarship | $3,000 |
| University of Cincinnati | University scholarship | $2,000 |
| Butler University | University scholarship | $1,500 |
| Main Street Plainfield Inc | Town of plainfield - facade grant | $1,404 |
Officers and trustees
- Chris Spires
- John A Hall
- Steve Blacketer
- Robin Brandgard
- Beth Harlin
- Kim White
- Sherry Sichting
Questions people ask
Does Plainfield Chamber Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Plainfield Chamber Foundation give?
$94,866 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,462.
Who runs Plainfield Chamber Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Chris Spires (Board Chair), John A Hall (Secretary), Steve Blacketer (Treasurer) and Robin Brandgard (Board Member) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Plainfield Chamber Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.