Chesterman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chesterman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Roanoke, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,500 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $3,500 and the largest $8,000. 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$33,500
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$3,500
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$103,186
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $33,500 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 | $33,500 | 10 | $148,815 |
| 2024 | $33,500 | 9 | $120,281 |
| 2025 | $33,500 | 8 | $103,186 |
How to apply
Chesterman Family 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 Chesterman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 2 | $9,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $8,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $7,000 |
| Ohio | 2 | $7,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eden Mission | To further foundation's missions | $8,000 |
| Minnesota Camp | To further foundation's missions | $8,000 |
| New Song Church | To further foundation's missions | $5,000 |
| CSRM - World Outreach Center | To further foundation's missions | $5,000 |
| Christ Episcopal church | To further foundation's missions | $2,000 |
| Individual | To further foundation's missions | $2,000 |
| Individual | To further foundation's missions | $2,000 |
| Individual | To further foundation's missions | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth W Chesterman
Questions people ask
Does Chesterman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chesterman Family Foundation give?
$33,500 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $3,500.
Who runs Chesterman Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth W Chesterman (President).
What does Chesterman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.