AI Summary
The Chestnut Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering relationships with its grantees, providing a total of $2.9 million in grants to 35 organizations in 2024. The fund does not accept unsolicited proposals and operates on an invitation-only basis for engagement. Nonprofits interested in exploring potential funding opportunities can seek warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ONE ACRE FUND
Highland Park, IL
$2.5M
11%
Center on Budget and Policy Priorities
Washington, DC
$2.2M
10%
NEW MEXICO VOICES FOR CHILDREN
Albuquerque, NM
$900K
4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to CHESTNUT FUND?
No. CHESTNUT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does CHESTNUT FUND give?
CHESTNUT FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Ohio, District Of Columbia, and Illinois. 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 CHESTNUT FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from CHESTNUT FUND fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $75 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does CHESTNUT FUND make each year?
In 2024, CHESTNUT FUND awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $2.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did CHESTNUT FUND fund recently?
In 2024, CHESTNUT FUND awarded grants to about 40 grantees. Recent grantees include ONE ACRE FUND, Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, and NEW MEXICO VOICES FOR CHILDREN. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to CHESTNUT FUND?
CHESTNUT FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.