Chapman Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chapman Foundation is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $195,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $120,000 | 7 | $956,476 |
| 2024 | $195,000 | 3 | $979,239 |
| 2025 | $100,000 | 3 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Chapman 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 Chapman Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 3 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Junior League of Milwaukee | General Purpose | $70,000 |
| Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast | General Purpose | $25,000 |
| Penfield Children's Center | General Purpose | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marion Read
- V Ross Read III
- Gina M Mittnacht
Questions people ask
Does Chapman Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chapman Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Chapman Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marion Read (Secretary/Treasurer), V Ross Read III (President) and Gina M Mittnacht (Asst Secretary/Asst Treas).
What does Chapman Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.