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The Chester Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in Kentucky, New York, and Massachusetts. It engages in a relationship-based grantmaking process and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
FIDELITY INVESTMENTS CHARITABLE GIFT FUND
$321K
24%
YESHIVA SHAREY LIMUD
$50K
4%
THE OJC FUND
$44K
3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CHESTER FOUNDATION?
No. CHESTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CHESTER FOUNDATION give?
CHESTER FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Kentucky, New York, and Massachusetts. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are CHESTER FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CHESTER FOUNDATION fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about <$1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CHESTER FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, CHESTER FOUNDATION awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $375 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CHESTER FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, CHESTER FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include FIDELITY INVESTMENTS CHARITABLE GIFT FUND, YESHIVA SHAREY LIMUD, and THE OJC FUND. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CHESTER FOUNDATION?
CHESTER FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.