Centurion Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Centurion Foundation is a private foundation in West Fargo, North Dakota. In tax year 2024 it gave $10.0 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $1.0 million and the largest $2.5 million. 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$10.0 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$1.0 million
- Largest grant$2.5 million
- Assets$158 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5.6 million the year before.
64% 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 | $5.6 million | 6 | $151 million |
| 2024 | $10.0 million | 11 | $158 million |
How to apply
Centurion 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 Centurion Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $5.3 million |
| North Dakota | 3 | $1.7 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1.0 million |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1.0 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $900,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Whitehead Institute | Medical research | $2.5 million |
| University of Pennsylvania | Medical research | $1.0 million |
| North Dakota State University | Education | $1.0 million |
| Foundation of the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary | Medical | $1.0 million |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead Foundation | Education | $1.0 million |
| MIT - Ai Cures | Scientific research | $1.0 million |
| Society for Science & the Public | Scientific research | $900,000 |
| 3535 Foundation | Religious | $500,000 |
| Northeastern University | Education | $500,000 |
| Harvard College | Medical research | $350,000 |
| Community Baptist Church | Religious | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Chambers
- Victoria Chambers
- Marc Wolff
Questions people ask
Does Centurion Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Centurion Foundation give?
$10.0 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $1.0 million.
Who runs Centurion Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Chambers (Founder and Trustee), Victoria Chambers (Founder and Trustee) and Marc Wolff (Trustee).
What does Centurion Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, health and education.