Esther Chesley Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyConcord, New Hampshire · EIN 20-7222155 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$24K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$6,000
Total assets$741K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,000 and $6,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside New Hampshire.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampden Academy | Hampden, ME | Francis J. chesley memorial sch fd | $6,000 |
| Boy Scouts of Amer Katahdin Counc | Orono, ME | General support - education/scouting | $6,000 |
| Shriners Hospital for Children | Boston, MA | General support - hospital services | $6,000 |
| Hampden Methodist Church | Hampden, ME | General support - religious services | $6,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,000 | 4 |
| 2024 | $24,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $28,000 | 4 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641249349101049
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-7222155
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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