Howard and Bess Chapman Charitable Corporation
Historical FunderWest Hartford, Connecticut · EIN 16-1373396 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | NBT FINANCIAL GROUP |
|---|---|
| Address | 120 MADISON STREET SUITE 1800 ATTN, BSHAY, SYRACUSE NY 13202 |
| Phone | 3154757595 |
| Form and materials | APPLICATION SHOULD BE SUBMITTED IN WRITTEN FORM WITH NAME, ADDRESS, AMOUNT REQUESTED AND PURPOSE OF GRANT. VERIFICATION OF TAX EXEMPT STATUS IS REQUIRED. ALSO, THE BOARD MAY REQUEST INFORMATION ON THE HISTORY AND FINANCIAL CONDITION OF THE APPLICANT IF NOT FAMILIAR WITH THE ORGANIZATION. |
| Deadlines | THERE ARE NO SUBMISSION DEADLINES |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
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 Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clear Path for Veterans Inc | Chittenango, NY | Unrestricted donation | $62,500 |
| Oneida Healthcare Foundation | Oneida, NY | Unrestricted donation | $15,000 |
| Tri-Valley YMCA | Oneida, NY | Unrestricted donation | $15,000 |
| United Way of Greater Oneida | Oneida, NY | Unrestricted donation | $15,000 |
| United Way of Mid Rural New York | Norwich, NY | Unrestricted donation | $15,000 |
| Madison County Children's Camp | Oneida, NY | Unrestricted donation | $6,550 |
| Keys Corp | Sherrill, NY | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Heritage Farm | Bouckville, NY | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Church on the Rocks | Oneida, NY | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| Onpoint | Utica, NY | Unrestricted donation | $5,000 |
| First United Methodist Church Karing Kitchen | Oneida, NY | Unrestricted donation | $3,000 |
| Oneida City School District Fdtn | Oneida, NY | Unrestricted donation | $3,000 |
| Vernon-Verona-Sherrill Education Foundation Inc | Sherrill, NY | Unrestricted donation | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $158,050 | 13 |
| 2023 | $143,500 | 10 |
| 2022 | $145,000 | 9 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 21, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513259349100706
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 16-1373396
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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