Grants paid in 2025
40 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ayn Rand InstituteSanta Ana, CA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $3.5M |
| Join Together Society AmericaBeltsville, MD | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $3.2M |
| Atlanta Beltline PartnershipAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $1.5M |
| Atlanta Music ProjectAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $1.0M |
| Path FoundationWarrenton, VA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $1.0M |
| Community Foundation for Greater AtlantaAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $667K |
| Bearings BikeAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $650K |
| Friends of RefugeesClarkston, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $498K |
| Corners OutreachNorcross, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $438K |
| Soccer in the StreetsAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $325K |
| Global Village ProjectDecatur, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $316K |
| Kate's ClubBrookhaven, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $312K |
| Robert Woodruff Arts CenterAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $300K |
| Laamistad IncAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $298K |
| Georgia Hi-Lo Trail IncSandersville, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $259K |
| City of RefugeAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $242K |
| Atlanta AngelsAlpharetta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $225K |
| Georgia Interscholastic Cycling LeagueBlue Ridge, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $197K |
| Augusta Mini TheatreAugusta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $180K |
| Helping MamasNorcross, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $172K |
| Chastain Horse ParkAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $150K |
| Jessye Norman School of the ArtsAugusta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $150K |
| Woodson CenterWashington, DC | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $150K |
| C5 Georgia Youth Foundation of GeorgiaAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $145K |
| Mtb AtlantaAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $126K |
| Save the Music FoundationNew York, NY | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $125K |
| Catalyst SportsAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $110K |
| ArtsnowAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $100K |
| Next Gen Men and WomenAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $100K |
| Our House IncNew Providence, NJ | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $100K |
| Perfect Harmony Health IncRoswell, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $100K |
| Blueprint58Atlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $80K |
| Brag Dream Team IncAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $50K |
| Children's Healthcare of AtlantaAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $50K |
| Dance CanvasAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $50K |
| Bay High School FoundationPanama City, FL | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $40K |
| Clark's Christmas Kids 2023Atlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $35K |
| Empty Stocking Fund IncAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $25K |
| Crossroad Community MinistriesAtlanta, GA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $10K |
| Mountain RescueSan Diego, CA | To support the mission of the recipient organization | $500 |
By state: Georgia 32 · California 2 · Maryland 1 · Virginia 1 · District of Columbia 1 · New York 1
About this foundation
Chestnut Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Atlanta, Georgia, administered in care of Benjamin L Chestnut, tax-exempt since 2017. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Chestnut Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Chestnut Family Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $17M across 40 grants, a median of $161K.
Where does Chestnut Family Foundation give?
Georgia (32 grants), California (2 grants), Maryland (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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