Gunzenhauser Chapin Fund
Preselected recipients only
Gunzenhauser Chapin Fund is a private foundation in Greensboro, North Carolina. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 39 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $120,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$120,000
- Assets$28.7 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.2 million the year before.
39% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.2 million | 35 | $26.3 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 39 | $28.7 million |
How to apply
Gunzenhauser Chapin Fund 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 Gunzenhauser Chapin Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $353,500 |
| New York | 3 | $166,500 |
| Washington | 6 | $145,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $120,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $95,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $90,000 |
| Hawaii | 2 | $80,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| Arizona | 2 | $40,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Childhood Cancer Organization | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $120,000 |
| Shared Hope International | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $90,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $90,000 |
| American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $60,000 |
| Western Environmental Law Center | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $60,000 |
| International Relief Teams | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $60,000 |
| YMCA of Kauai | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $55,000 |
| North Bay Cna | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| Soundxperience | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $50,000 |
| Groton Hill Music | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $40,000 |
| Little Village Foundation | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $40,000 |
| Super Heroes Humane Society | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $40,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA Inc | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $36,500 |
| DG Educational Services | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $35,000 |
| Global Pediatric Alliance | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $35,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $35,000 |
| National Network of Abortion Funds | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $30,000 |
| Prader-Willi Homes of California | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $30,000 |
| Susan Howards Novato Boxing Club | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $30,000 |
| Angel Strong LLC | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $30,000 |
| Kauai Sailing Association | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $25,000 |
| Al Otro Lado Inc | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $20,000 |
| Gonzaga University | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $20,000 |
| Wings of Rescue | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $20,000 |
| The Body Positive | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $15,000 |
| Surfrider Foundation | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $15,000 |
| Inland Northwest Land Conservancy | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Spokane Riverkeeper | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Unitarian Universalist Church of Tucson | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Benji Project | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $10,000 |
| Schweitzer Alpine Racing School | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Snake River Waterkeeper | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Northwest Film Forum | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Community Foundation of Northwest Mississippi | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $5,000 |
| Dixie Theatre Foundation Inc | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $3,500 |
| Diversify Dietetics Inc | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $1,500 |
| Laura S House | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $1,500 |
| Social Good Fund | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $1,500 |
| Marin Community Foundation | To assist organization in carrying out its exempt purpose. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Janine Lynne
- Lisa V Manning
- Samuel C Chapin
- Katherine Kentfield Kessner
- Meta L McDaniel
Questions people ask
Does Gunzenhauser Chapin Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gunzenhauser Chapin Fund give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Gunzenhauser Chapin Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Janine Lynne (Treasurer), Lisa V Manning (Vice President), Samuel C Chapin (President) and Katherine Kentfield Kessner (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Gunzenhauser Chapin Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, health and animals.