Dawn S Chaney Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dawn S Chaney Foundation is a private foundation in Greensboro, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $253,295 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $3,250 and the largest $135,000. 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$253,295
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$3,250
- Largest grant$135,000
- Assets$759,686
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $109,800 the year before.
50% 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 | $109,532 | 26 | $945,768 |
| 2024 | $109,800 | 26 | $926,807 |
| 2025 | $253,295 | 28 | $759,686 |
How to apply
Dawn S Chaney 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 Dawn S Chaney Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $135,000 |
| North Carolina | 24 | $111,695 |
| Maryland | 1 | $3,500 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Women's University | General | $135,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Greensboro | General fund | $20,000 |
| Greensboro Downtown Parks | General | $15,000 |
| NC Folk Festival LLC | General fund | $10,000 |
| Downtown Greensboro | General fund | $10,000 |
| Active Girls Healthy Girls | General | $10,000 |
| Women's Resource Center | General | $7,500 |
| Sanctuary House | General | $6,000 |
| Greensboro Parks Foundation | General | $6,000 |
| Carolina Theatre | General fund | $5,000 |
| Arts Greensboro | General | $5,000 |
| Junior Achievement | General | $5,000 |
| Historic Magnolia House | General | $5,000 |
| Alley Cat Allies | General | $3,500 |
| Happy Cat Inc | General fund | $3,000 |
| Children's Home Society | General | $1,700 |
| Bennett College | General | $1,000 |
| Lillians List Foundation | General | $1,000 |
| Housing Consultant Group | General | $500 |
| Guilford Green Foundation | General | $500 |
| Spartan Food Insecurity Fund | General | $500 |
| Uncg Ceo Dept Fund | General | $500 |
| Greensboro Police Department | General | $495 |
| Horsepower Treatment Learning Cente | General | $350 |
| Mustard Seed Community Health | General | $300 |
| Cats First | General | $200 |
| Triad Local First | General | $150 |
| Moms Pet Rescue | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Dawn S Chaney
- Sandra L O'Connor
Questions people ask
Does Dawn S Chaney Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dawn S Chaney Foundation give?
$253,295 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $3,250.
Who runs Dawn S Chaney Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dawn S Chaney (President) and Sandra L O'Connor (Secretary).
What does Dawn S Chaney Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and environment and conservation.