The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc
The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Pensacola, Florida. It describes itself as a non-operating private foundation, with substantially all of its disbursements going to charitable organizations.
The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc gave $1.1M across 7 grants in 2024 (avg $150K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,052,000
- +41.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 7
- -41.7% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $150,286
- +142.7% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $32,000
- Total assets
- $17,080,167
- -0.8% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Florida (99% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc
- How to Apply
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Contact Caroline C. DeMaria. The foundation specifies no prescribed format for application materials, no deadlines, and no restrictions on awards.
- Contact
Application contact: Caroline C Demaria
Mailing address: 192 Hewitt Street, Pensacola, FL 32503
Phone: (850) 434-2244
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 7 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Morning Star High School ($650K). Together the top 7 received $1.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
92 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 75 grants of 92 (82%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 99% of grant dollars went to recipients in Florida and 1% to recipients in Texas.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 7 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc gives
- Giving grew 42% from 2021 to 2024. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 134% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $712K (2020) to $1.1M (2024). In 2024 it made 7 grants totaling $1.1M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Morning Star High School Pensacola, FL | Charitable Donation | $650,000 |
| Trinity Village Pensacola, FL | Charitable Donation | $169,000 |
| Trinity House Pensacola, FL | Charitable Donation | $150,000 |
| Our Lady of Angels-St Joseph Med CL Pensacola, FL | Charitable Donation | $32,000 |
| Seastars Aquatics Pensacola, FL | Charitable Donation | $22,000 |
| Valerie's House Fort Myers, FL | Charitable Donation | $20,000 |
| Dallas Stars Foundation Dallas, TX | Charitable Donation | $9,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,080,167 | $1,064,985 | $1,163,812 | $1,052,000 | 7 | $1,058,069 | $959,242 | $792,389 |
| 2023 | $17,212,921 | $2,416,455 | $864,774 | $743,000 | 12 | $743,211 | $2,030,531 | $709,542 |
| 2022 | $15,661,240 | $688,264 | $946,701 | $807,805 | 15 | $807,991 | $549,554 | $742,812 |
| 2021 | $15,944,850 | $1,283,444 | $893,449 | $738,498 | 20 | $743,101 | $1,133,096 | $819,908 |
| 2020 | $15,567,649 | $591,127 | $850,471 | $712,230 | 38 | — | $457,772 | $735,884 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc reported a distributable amount of $792K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation does not state a mission in the available information. Its 2024 giving included Morning Star High School, which received $650,000; Trinity Village, which received $169,000; and Trinity House, which received $150,000.
In descriptions supplied by the grantees, Trinity Village says it provides an affordable Christian home and continuing healthcare for retired, disabled, and elderly residents in southeast Arkansas. Trinity House says it provides housing and educational programs for adolescent mothers. Valerie’s House, which received $20,000, says it helps children and families work through the loss of a loved one. Dallas Stars Foundation, which received $9,000, says it invests in communities through programs for people in need.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation reported seven grants totaling $1,052,000. Grant amounts ranged from $9,000 to $650,000, with a median of $32,000. Other notable grants included $32,000 to Our Lady of Angels-St Joseph Med Cl and $22,000 to SeaStars Aquatics.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Caroline C. DeMaria as president; Brian F. DeMaria and Mary C. Chadbourne-Forshee as vice-presidents; Clotilde C. DeMaria as secretary/treasurer; and Ruth J. Chadbourne as director.
The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc is led by Caroline C. Demaria, President since 2022 (on filings since 2020); none of the 5 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Caroline C. Demaria
President
Secretary → President, 2022
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ruth J. Chadbourne
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Brian F. Demaria
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2022
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Clotilde C. Demaria
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mary C. Chadbourne-Forshee
Vice President
On filings since 2022
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Edward M. Chadbourne III (2020–2021) — Vice President
- Former: Edward M. Chadbourne Jr. (2020–2021) — President · Filing note: Deceased
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc
How much does The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc give each year?
The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc gave $1.1M across 7 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $743K across 12 grants.
What is The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $32,000, and its average grant was $150,286, across 7 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc give grants?
The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc gives mostly in Florida: 99% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Pensacola, FL (5 grants).
Does The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 7 grants with a stated purpose on The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Charitable Donation" (7 grants).
Who are The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Morning Star High School ($650,000), Trinity Village ($169,000) and Trinity House ($150,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 92% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc?
The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc reported $17.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $1.1M in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $792K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc fund?
The foundation does not state a mission in the available information. Its 2024 giving included Morning Star High School, which received $650,000; Trinity Village, which received $169,000; and Trinity House, which received $150,000. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc?
Contact Caroline C. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Chadbourne-Demaria Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 59-2126313. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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