Chapman Family Foundation
Chapman Family Foundation is a private foundation headquartered in San Marino, California, with additional offices in Detroit, Michigan and Saint Louis, Missouri. The foundation supports infants and youth globally through investment in their education and physical and mental health, giving them the tools to live a conscious life and make a positive impact in the world.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$11.0M
+12.8% YoY
Annual Giving
$150K
-95.0% YoY
Grant Count
7
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$21K
-95.0% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Chapman Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.2M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's mission centers on supporting infants and youth around the globe through:
- Education — Academic research, workforce development, K-12 school support
- Physical and Mental Health — Health initiatives and wellness programs
- Conscious Living — Developing tools for positive impact
The foundation also supports:
- Animal welfare and wildlife protection
- Arts and culture
- Environmental conservation
- Community development
Grantmaking
The foundation typically selects grantees rather than accepting unsolicited applications. It only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations.
Grant Range
$500 to $2,156,000
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation primarily supports organizations in Pennsylvania, Missouri, and North Carolina, which account for 83% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
- Total Assets: $11,036,574
- Total Revenue: $1,414,972
- Total Expenses: $161,904
- Giving Rate: 1.5%
- Asset Growth: Grew from $5.5 million in 2011 to $9.8 million in 2023
- Annual Giving Trend: Increased from $2.7 million in 2020 to $6 million in 2022
Tax Status: 501(c)(3) organization; contributions are tax-deductible. IRS ruling year: 2009. EIN: 26-6665176.
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $11,036,574 | $9,780,046 | $10,323,336 |
| Revenue | $1,414,972 | $945,543 | $1,038,076 |
| Expenses | $161,904 | $2,988,197 | $2,994,454 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $151,609 | $2,984,148 | $2,990,505 |
| Net Investment Income | $304,677 | $291,294 | $284,127 |
| Distributable Amount | $1,207,077 | $1,224,461 | $1,456,460 |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
45 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Phillips LISTENS ($100,000), Youthbridge Community Foundation ($20,000), International Humanistic Management Association Inc ($13,400).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Humanistic Management Association Inc New Rochelle, NY | Support the development of humanistic management research and training programs. | $13,400 |
| Phillips LISTENS St Louis, MO | Communications programs | $100,000 |
| St Louis Zoo St Louis, MO | Support of animal management, research, conservation and education | $7,500 |
| Youthbridge Community Foundation St Louis, MO | Helps charities in the St. Louis region, especially those focused on children, through leadership, grants and donor services | $20,000 |
| Clayton Community Foundation Clayton, MO | Serves as the official nonprofit partner to the City of Clayton to catalyze the community's passion for excellence through private investment in Art, History, Parks, and Sustainability. | $3,510 |
| Colorado Gives Foundation Arvada, CO | Partners with local nonprofits through various philanthropic tools to help build resilient, connected and thriving communities. | $500 |
| Independent School Association of the Central States Inc Chicago, IL | Leads schools in providing exemplary education by fostering and furthering equitable, affirming, safe and just environments for schools and in the workplace. | $5,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Susan Reynolds — Executive Director
- Robert H Chapman — Trustee
- Cynthia M Chapman — Trustee
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert H Chapman | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Cynthia M Chapman | Trustee | 1 | — |
| Susan Reynolds | Executive Director | 4 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The foundation has supported partnerships including:
Scholarship partnerships with educational institutions
Support for humanistic medicine programs at universities
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Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Chapman Family Foundation fund?
The foundation's mission centers on supporting infants and youth around the globe through: • **Education** — Academic research, workforce development, K-12 school support • **Physical and Mental Health** — Health initiatives and wellness programs • **Conscious Living** — Developing tools for positive impact The foundation also supports: • Animal welfare and wildlife protection • Arts and culture • Environmental conservation • Community development
How do I apply for a grant from Chapman Family Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • 28-36 grants awarded (based on available records) • Total giving: $151,609 (most recent filing) • Grant range: $500 to $2,156,000 • Median grant: $5,000-$25,000 • Average award: $327,000 **Application Process:** The foundation typically selects grantees rather than accepting unsolicited applications. It only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. **Recent Grant Programs:** • Support for humanistic medicine development ($19,200 average) • Animal manage…
Where does Chapman Family Foundation make grants?
The foundation primarily supports organizations in Pennsylvania, Missouri, and North Carolina, which account for 83% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 7 states.
What size grants does Chapman Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Chapman Family Foundation awarded 7 grants totaling $150K — an average of about $21K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Chapman Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Chapman Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1.2M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Chapman Family Foundation's EIN?
Chapman Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-6665176. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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