The James & Veronica Chesterton Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The James & Veronica Chesterton Family Foundation is a private foundation in Winchester, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,800 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,300. 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$20,800
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,300
- Assets$439,446
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was down from $21,205 the year before.
27% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $24,000 | 11 | $439,494 |
| 2023 | $21,205 | 10 | $455,180 |
| 2024 | $20,800 | 11 | $439,446 |
How to apply
The James & Veronica Chesterton 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 The James & Veronica Chesterton Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 10 | $15,500 |
| New York | 1 | $5,300 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Ireland Funds | Unrestricted gift | $5,300 |
| En Ka Society Inc | Unrestricted gift | $3,000 |
| Lower Cape Outreach Council | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Lyric Stage Company of Boston | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts Eye & Ear | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Scleroderma Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Babson Olin School of Management | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| English at Large | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Irish Educational Foundation (Chapel and York) | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Orleans Conservation Trust | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Birdsey Cape Wildlife Center | Unrestricted gift | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew and Darina Chesterton
Questions people ask
Does The James & Veronica Chesterton Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The James & Veronica Chesterton Family Foundation give?
$20,800 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The James & Veronica Chesterton Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew and Darina Chesterton (Trustees).
What does The James & Veronica Chesterton Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.