Quick Summary
Name: Chestnut Fund Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $3,505,000 |
| Grant Range | $290,000 - $2,800,000 |
| Average Grant | $1,168,333 |
| Application Method | Invitation Only |
Contact Details
Address: 400 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02110-3331
Note: The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications.
Geographic Focus
United States, with grants supporting organizations across multiple cities including Albuquerque, Augusta, Boston, Brooklyn, Cincinnati, Decatur, Des Moines, Dorchester, Durham, Montpelier, New Haven, New York, Portland, Providence, Raleigh, Seattle, St. Paul, Washington, and Youngstown.
Funding Priorities
- Progressive policy advocacy
- Economic justice and economic policy
- Community organizing and civic engagement
- Left-of-center advocacy organizations
- Social justice initiatives
What They Don't Fund
Information not publicly available. The foundation operates by invitation only and does not accept unsolicited grant applications.
Application Method
Invitation Only - The Chestnut Fund does not accept unsolicited applications. Grants are made at the discretion of the trustees (Jane Stein, Adam Stein, Gerda Stein, and Alan Rottenberg).
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