Chesbro Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chesbro Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $101,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$101,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $76,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $73,250 | 7 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $76,000 | 5 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $101,000 | 3 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Chesbro 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 Chesbro Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 1 | $30,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $21,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Special Operations Warrior Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Network | Big tuskers project | $30,000 |
| Conservation Force | $20,000 for robin hurt wildlife safaris & $1,000 for general operations | $21,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tyler S Davies
- Pilar H Davies
- Paul L Davies III
- Robert H Davies
- Natalie L Davies
Questions people ask
Does Chesbro Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chesbro Foundation give?
$101,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Chesbro Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tyler S Davies (President & Director), Pilar H Davies (VP, Secretary/Trearurer), Paul L Davies III (VP & Director) and Robert H Davies (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Chesbro Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.