The Wood Foundation of Chambersburg
Accepts applications
The Wood Foundation of Chambersburg is a private foundation in Shaker Heights, Ohio. In tax year 2024 it gave $398,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$398,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2024 was up from $306,250 the year before.
10% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $306,250 | 19 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $398,000 | 20 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Miriam Wood 303 Wyman Street Suite 300, Waltham, MA 02451 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (617) 864-1420 |
| What to submit | While there is no specific form of grant request, applicants should provide sufficient detail to enable the foundation to completely evaluate their request |
| Restrictions | First consideration will be given to organizations serving the chambersburg-franklin counties of Pennsylvania |
What The Wood Foundation of Chambersburg funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 6 | $167,000 |
| California | 9 | $161,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida Studio Theatre | General | $100,000 |
| Community Foundation of Sarasota County | General | $40,000 |
| Girls Inc of Alameda County | General | $40,000 |
| Saint Mary's College of California | General | $40,000 |
| Aurora Theatre Company | General | $30,000 |
| Chautauqua Institution | General | $30,000 |
| New Literary Project | General | $30,000 |
| Jounce Partners | General | $20,000 |
| Freight and Salvage Coffeehouse | General | $12,000 |
| Delaware Community Foundation | General | $10,000 |
| Star Lab | General | $10,000 |
| Art Center Sarasota | General | $7,000 |
| Compassion and Choices | General | $5,000 |
| Old Growth Forest Network | General | $5,000 |
| The Library Foundation for Sarasota County | General | $5,000 |
| Urbanite Theatre | General | $5,000 |
| Oakland Museum of California | General | $3,000 |
| Creative Growth Art Center | General | $2,000 |
| San Francisco Community Clinic Consortium | General | $2,000 |
| Women's Day Time Drop-In Center | General | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Miriam M Wood
- Emilie W Robinson
- David S Wood
Questions people ask
Does The Wood Foundation of Chambersburg accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Wood Foundation of Chambersburg give?
$398,000 in tax year 2024, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Wood Foundation of Chambersburg?
Its 2024 filing lists Miriam M Wood (Trustee), Emilie W Robinson (Trustee) and David S Wood (Trustee).
What does The Wood Foundation of Chambersburg fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, community development and education.