The Chatham Foundation
Invitation OnlyBonita Springs, Florida · EIN 30-0162130 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$2.1M
Organizations funded17
Typical grant$30,000
Total assets$45.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $16,000 and $50,000.
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
94% of grants went outside Florida.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Constitution Center | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $1,025,000 |
| Episcopal Community Services | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $250,000 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Pittsburgh, PA | Charitable | $250,000 |
| People's Light and Theatre | Malvern, PA | Charitable | $225,000 |
| Duke University | Durham, NC | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Free Library of Philadelphia | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Whyy | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Birch Rock Camp | South Portland, ME | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Ryan's Case for Smiles | Wayne, PA | Charitable | $30,000 |
| International Justice Mission | Washington, DC | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Kids Minds Matter | Fort Myers, FL | Charitable | $25,000 |
| The Bridge Fund | New York, NY | Charitable | $20,000 |
| St James School | Philadelphia, PA | Charitable | $16,000 |
| Health Care for the Homeless | Baltimore, MD | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Helping Up Mission | Baltimore, MD | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Maryland Food Bank | Baltimore, MD | Charitable | $10,000 |
| YMCA of Central Maryland | Baltimore, MD | Charitable | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,091,000 | 17 |
| 2024 | $1,836,000 | 15 |
| 2023 | $1,683,500 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641319349103754
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 30-0162130
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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