The Choptank Foundation
Historical FunderWilmington, Delaware · EIN 51-6019601 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $450,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | THOMAS R PULSIFER ESQ MORRIS NICHOL |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 1347, WILMINGTON DE 198991347 |
| Phone | 3023519226 |
| Form and materials | NO REQUIREMENTS. |
| Deadlines | NONE. |
| Restrictions | SUBSTANTIALLY ALL IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE. |
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
0% of grants went outside Delaware.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biggs Museum of American Art | Dover, DE | To support the museum's exhibitions. | $450,000 |
| Delaware Art Mueseum | Wilmington, DE | To support the museum's exhibitions. | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $460,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $485,622 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 27, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202533009349100548
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 51-6019601
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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