Chaney Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chaney Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Oregon. In tax year 2025 it gave $61,400 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$61,400
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was down from $63,000 the year before.
39% 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 | $45,000 | 4 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $63,000 | 13 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $61,400 | 13 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Chaney Family 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 Chaney Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Oregon.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 9 | $45,900 |
| California | 2 | $8,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $6,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Thomas More Catholic Church | Educationcapital campaign | $20,000 |
| Foundation for the Aid of the Environment | Education | $6,000 |
| Alpha Phi Foundation | Education | $6,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Human welfare | $5,000 |
| Central Catholic | Education | $5,000 |
| St Jude's Research Children's Hospital | Medical research | $5,000 |
| Deschutes River Alliance | Restore lower deschutes river full health | $3,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House of Oregon | Housing for families and children needing medical care | $3,000 |
| Wild Salmon Center | Protect salmon and fresh water ecosystems | $2,000 |
| Living Desert Zoo and Gardens | Keep animals safe and cared for | $2,000 |
| Oregon Humane Society | Protecting animals in need | $1,500 |
| Kappa Alpha Theta | Education | $1,500 |
| St Mary's Academy | Education | $1,400 |
Officers and trustees
- Amy Convery
- Brian Chaney
- Joshua Chaney
- John Chaney
- Patricia Chaney
Questions people ask
Does Chaney Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chaney Family Charitable Foundation give?
$61,400 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Chaney Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Amy Convery (Director), Brian Chaney (Director), Joshua Chaney (Director) and John Chaney (President/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Chaney Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and environment and conservation.