The Chester Foundation
Chester, South Carolina · EIN 576056810 · Private foundation
The Chester Foundation is a South Carolina-based grantmaker. Its indexed IRS summary (FY2025) lists $730K in giving and $12.1M in assets. Bespoke Grants has indexed 135 grants for The Chester Foundation. This public overview includes selected examples, focus areas, and application guidance.
What The Chester Foundation funds
The Chester Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on education, faith-based (christian), food & agriculture.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Academy for Teaching and Learni PUBLIC EDUCATION | Chester, SC | $375K | 2024 |
| Usc Scholarship PUBLIC EDUCATION | Columbia, SC | $300K | 2022 |
| Usc Scholarship PUBLIC EDUCATION | Columbia, SC | $300K | 2019 |
How to apply for funding from The Chester Foundation
From The Chester Foundation's IRS Form 990-PF, on how it handles applications:
Verify the current process on the foundation's own materials before sending anything.
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Frequently asked questions about The Chester Foundation
- Does The Chester Foundation accept grant applications?
- Yes — The Chester Foundation's IRS filing describes an application process. Confirm the current details directly with the foundation before applying.
- What does The Chester Foundation fund?
- The Chester Foundation's grants focus on education. Example recipients include The Academy for Teaching and Learni, Usc Scholarship. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does The Chester Foundation give in grants?
- The Chester Foundation's indexed IRS summary for FY2025 lists $730K in giving. Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.2M over 135 grants.
- Where is The Chester Foundation located?
- The Chester Foundation is based in Chester, South Carolina. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 576056810.
- How can I find foundations similar to The Chester Foundation?
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