The B&d Chambers Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The B&d Chambers Family Foundation is a private foundation in Lincoln, Nebraska. In tax year 2025 it gave $113,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $73,500. 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$113,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$73,500
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2025 was up from $73,000 the year before.
58% 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 | $60,000 | 3 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $73,000 | 9 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $113,000 | 12 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
The B&d Chambers 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 B&d Chambers Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Nebraska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 9 | $102,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grace Chapel | General charitable purpose | $73,500 |
| Lied Center | General charitable purpose | $6,500 |
| University of Nebraska-Lincoln | General charitable purpose | $6,000 |
| Angels Among US | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| University of Virginia | General charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Food Bank of Lincoln | General charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Wayforward Adventures | General charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Westminister Pre-School | General charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Equipping Leaders International | General charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| Linked 2 Literacy | General charitable purpose | $2,500 |
| St Paul UMC | General charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Sheridan Elementary | General charitable purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Chambers
- Elizabeth Chambers
- Adam Desilva
Questions people ask
Does The B&d Chambers Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The B&d Chambers Family Foundation give?
$113,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The B&d Chambers Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew Chambers (President/Tr), Elizabeth Chambers (Secretary) and Adam Desilva (Director).
What does The B&d Chambers Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.