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Fiscal Year Start

Oct 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Chester Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based engagement model. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, and grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$455K
2025
Grantees funded
12
Multi-year grantees
17%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
3
Median 1st year grant
$375
Median 2nd year grant
$13.4K
E
Esther Gold
Board Member
H
Harry Gold
Board Member

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 2025, CHESTER FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $455 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, THE OJC FUND, and YESHIVA SHAREY LIMUD. 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.