The William Chinnick Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The William Chinnick Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $380,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $130,000. 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$380,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$130,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2025 was down from $416,698 the year before.
18% 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 | $639,262 | 34 | $3.5 million |
| 2024 | $416,698 | 24 | $3.4 million |
| 2025 | $380,000 | 22 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
The William Chinnick Charitable 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 William Chinnick Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 8 | $254,000 |
| Idaho | 5 | $77,000 |
| Michigan | 5 | $31,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Episcopal Church | Unrestricted grant | $130,000 |
| Community Child Care Center of Delray Beach Founda | Unrestricted Grant | $100,000 |
| Saint Thomas Episcopal Church & School | Unrestricted grant | $30,000 |
| Wood River Community Young Mens Christian Associat | Unrestricted grant | $20,000 |
| Grace Episcopal Church | Unrestricted grant | $15,000 |
| Wood River Land Trust Company | Unrestricted grant | $15,000 |
| Sun Valley Summer Symphony Inc | Unrestricted Grant | $10,000 |
| Christian League for the Handicapped Inc | Unrestricted grant | $10,000 |
| Harderwyk Ministries | Unrestricted grant | $6,000 |
| Baptist Health of South Florida Inc | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Nicklaus Childrens Health Care Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Tracy Hanson Initiative | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Crc Recovery Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Caridad Center Inc | Unrestricted grant | $5,000 |
| Desert Scholarship Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $3,000 |
| Golf Association of Michigan Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant | $3,000 |
| Sigma Chi Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $2,500 |
| Evans Scholars Foundation | Unrestricted grant | $2,500 |
| Hospice and Palliative Care of the Wood River Vall | Unrestricted Grant | $2,000 |
| Trustbridge Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
| Hospice of Holland Inc | Unrestricted Grant | $2,000 |
| Country Club of Florida Scholarship Foundation Inc | Unrestricted grant | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William C Swaney
- Michelle S Boeve
- Nancy C Swaney
Questions people ask
Does The William Chinnick Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The William Chinnick Charitable Foundation give?
$380,000 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The William Chinnick Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William C Swaney (President/Treasurer), Michelle S Boeve (Secretary, Director) and Nancy C Swaney (Vice President, Director).
What does The William Chinnick Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.