The Chestnut Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Chestnut Foundation is a private foundation in Lawrence, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $813,257 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $3,300 and the largest $347,550. 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$813,257
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$3,300
- Largest grant$347,550
- Assets$12.6 million
- New grantees59%
Giving in 2024 was up from $524,840 the year before.
59% of its 2024 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 | $524,840 | 38 | $11.8 million |
| 2024 | $813,257 | 34 | $12.6 million |
How to apply
The Chestnut 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 Chestnut Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 25 | $566,357 |
| New Jersey | 5 | $123,550 |
| California | 1 | $60,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $57,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $6,350 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshiva Ohavei Torah | Public support of organization mission | $347,550 |
| Gateways Organization Inc | Public support of organization mission | $113,350 |
| Bnos Bais Yaakov | Public support of organization mission | $100,680 |
| Yeshiva Gedolah of Los Angeles | Public support of organization mission | $60,000 |
| Cong Ahavas Torah V'chesed | Public support of organization mission | $57,000 |
| Cong Mikdash Dovid | Public support of organization mission | $20,000 |
| Yeshiva University | Public support of organization mission | $20,000 |
| Hashevaynu | Public support of organization mission | $15,000 |
| Yeshiva Darchei Torah | Public support of organization mission | $12,500 |
| Congregation Khal Chasidim of Lawrence | Public support of organization mission | $12,140 |
| Chessed L'abraham | Public support of organization mission | $10,000 |
| Cong Chakal Yitzchok | Public support of organization mission | $7,000 |
| Cong Khal Chasidim | Public support of organization mission | $6,100 |
| Congregation Zichron Moshe | Public support of organization mission | $5,500 |
| Mikdash Dovid | Public support of organization mission | $5,000 |
| Yeshiva Nachlei Torah Inc | Public support of organization mission | $4,730 |
| Gan Aliya | Public support of organization mission | $3,600 |
| Cong Yetev Lev Dsatmat | Public support of organization mission | $3,000 |
| Congregation Bnai Shalom Zalman | Public support of organization mission | $2,000 |
| Lev Devorah | Public support of organization mission | $1,800 |
| Yeshiva Zichron Aryeh | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Young Israel of Lawrence-Cedarhurst | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Samchainu | Public support of organization mission | $1,000 |
| Khal Chasidim North Woodmere | Public support of organization mission | $750 |
| Beis Medrash of Woodlane | Public support of organization mission | $500 |
| Yeshiva of Far Rockaway | Public support of organization mission | $350 |
| Bikur Cholim of Manhattan | Public support of organization mission | $300 |
| Jewish Center of Atlantic Beach | Public support of organization mission | $300 |
| Zaka | Public support of organization mission | $250 |
| Gemach Harabbonim NFP | Public support of organization mission | $250 |
| Chabad Lubavitch of Kensington | Public support of organization mission | $200 |
| Mesivta Tiferes Jerusalem | Public support of organization mission | $180 |
| Ohel Bais Ezra | Public support of organization mission | $180 |
| Blue Point Elementary | Public support of organization mission | $47 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin Kest
- Asher Kest
- Rachel Lorber
Questions people ask
Does The Chestnut Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Chestnut Foundation give?
$813,257 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $3,300.
Who runs The Chestnut Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Benjamin Kest (President), Asher Kest (Treasurer) and Rachel Lorber (Secretary).
What does The Chestnut Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.