Chaffee Family Foundation Inc | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 45-4835368
Foundation Overview
Based in Fort Wayne, IN, Chaffee Family Foundation Inc has awarded 206 grants totaling $2,634,350 to organizations in Indiana, Michigan and 5 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $250 to $160,000, with a median award of $5,000.
Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$2,634,350
Total Assets
$6,685,994
Median Grant (all grants)
$5,000
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
24
Median Grant
$5,000
% Median Grant Decline
-50%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
February 2026
Foundation Intelligence
Advanced analytics and strategic insights to help nonprofit organizations assess grant opportunities and optimize their application strategies
New Applicant Friendliness
Relationship-Focused: 29%
7 of 24 recipients (29%) were new grantees. Foundation strongly favors organizations with proven track records. New partnerships develop slowly over time.
Geographic Focus
Indiana
88% of all grants are concentrated in Indiana, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Indiana, funding concentrates in Fort Wayne (75%), Indianapolis (6%), Bluffton (4%).
Funding Trajectory
+239%
Strong 239% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Community Projects + 4 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (39%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Chaffee Family Foundation Inc's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alzheimers Association | $2,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Prevents And Alleviates Human Suffering In The Face Of Emergencies. | 2024 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Fort Wayne | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Inspire Young People To Reach Their Full Potential As Productive, Caring, Responsible Citizens. | 2024 |
| Camp Whitley | $1,000 | Columbia City, IN, US | Provides Week Long Summer Experiences To Youth Ages 7-14. | 2024 |
| Carriage House | $2,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Assist Adults With Serious Mental Issues In Their Recovery. Rediscovering Skills To Return To Work Or School. | 2024 |
| Community Harvest Food Bank-wc | $25,000 | Bluffton, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Wells County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2024 |
| Community Harvest Food Bank-ac | $25,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Distributes Millions Of Pounds Of Food To Public. Individuals And Families In Need. | 2024 |
| Erins House | $50,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Support For Children, Teens, And Their Families Who Have Suffered The Death Of A Loved One. | 2024 |
| Fort Wayne Animal Control | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Serve The Community In A Humane, Public Safety Capacity Whiel Working To Keep Pets With Loving Families While Providing Education And Resources. | 2024 |
| Hartford City Community And Family Services | $25,000 | Hartford City, IN, US | Provide Food And Health Services For Those In Need Of Assistance. | 2024 |
| Junior Achievement Of Norther Indiana | $25,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring Programs To Guide Youth To Their Own Economic Success. | 2024 |
| Humane Fort Wayne | $22,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Variety Of Programs To Improve Animal Safety And Protection. Services To Future And Current Owners. | 2024 |
| Leukemia And Lymphoma Society Ne Indiana | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Enhance Quality Of Life Of Those Affected By Cancer By Providing Meaningful Resources, Information, And Compassionate Assistance. | 2024 |
| Womens Care Center | $1,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Assist Women With Unexpected Pregancies. | 2024 |
| Young Life | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring And Guiding Youth That Are Searching For Purpose And Meaning In Life, Invivted To Experience God. | 2024 |
| Vincent Village | $50,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides A Unique Array Of Services That Meet The Needs Of Families Who Are Experiencing The Crisis Of Homelessness With The Ultimate Goal Of Gaining Permanent Housing. | 2024 |
| Montpelier Community Pantry | $25,000 | Montpelier, IN, US | Provide Food And Health Services For Those In Need Of Assistance. | 2024 |
| Northeast Indiana Base Community Council | $3,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Main Focus On Education, Collaboration, Communication, And Programs That Enhance Quality Of Life In Northeast Indiana. Expenditure Responsibility Has Been Exercised. | 2024 |
| Prager University | $5,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | To Encourage Thoughts And Ideas About American Values. | 2024 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Providing Medical Treatment And Research For Children And Family Support Systems. | 2024 |
| St Judes Children's Hospital | $5,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Advance Cures And Means Of Prevention For Pediatric Catostrophic Diseases Through Research And Treatment. | 2024 |
| The X Count | $2,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | We Pass On Traditional American Values To Young People Through Education About The Importance Of Gun Safety. | 2024 |
| Turnstone | $25,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Therapeutic, Educational, Wellness And Recreational Programs To Empower People With Disabilities. | 2024 |
| Wells County Food Bank | $25,000 | Bluffton, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Wells County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2024 |
| West Noble Food Pantry | $25,000 | Ligonier, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Noble County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2024 |
| Community & Family Services | $40,000 | Portland, IN, US | Assist Families, Individuals, And Communities Reduce Or Remove Causes And Conditions Of Poverty. | 2023 |
| Community Harvest Food Bank | $50,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Distributes Millions Of Pounds Of Food To Public. Individuals And Families In Need. | 2023 |
| Calvary Chapel South Maui | $1,000 | Kihei, HI, US | A Bible Teaching Church And Emphasize The Need To Know And Apply God's Word To Everyday Lives. | 2023 |
| Early Childhood Alliance | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides Programs And Services To Meet Early Childhood Education Needs In Fort Wayne And Northern Indiana. | 2023 |
| Fort Wayne Animal Control | $500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Serve The Community In A Humane, Public Safety Capacity Whiel Working To Keep Pets With Loving Families While Providing Education And Resources. | 2023 |
| Fort Wayne Childrens Zoo | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Connecting Kids And Animals, Strengthening Families And Inspiring People To Care. | 2023 |
| Humane Fort Wayne | $22,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Variety Of Programs To Improve Animal Safety And Protection. Services To Future And Current Owners. | 2023 |
| Hawaii Community Foundation | $10,000 | Kahalui, HI, US | Inspire Generosity, Advocate For Equity, Forge Connections And Invest In Community To Create A Better Hawaii. | 2023 |
| Leukemia And Lymphoma Society Ne Indiana | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Enhance Quality Of Life Of Those Affected By Cancer By Providing Meaningful Resources, Information, And Compassionate Assistance. | 2023 |
| Indiana Tech | $10,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides Students A Professional Education, Prepares Them For Active Participation, Career Advancement, And Leadership In A 21st Century Society. | 2023 |
| Northeast Indiana Base Community Council | $3,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Main Focus On Education, Collaboration, Communication, And Programs That Enhance Quality Of Life In Northeast Indiana. Expenditure Responsibility Has Been Exercised. | 2023 |
| Prager University | $5,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | To Encourage Thoughts And Ideas About American Values. | 2023 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Providing Medical Treatment And Research For Children And Family Support Systems. | 2023 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $20,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides A Dedicated Bridge Of Support To Families Of Ill Children. | 2023 |
| Maui Prep Academy | $50,000 | Lahaina, HI, US | Preschool Through 12 College Preparatory School For All Students To Succeed In Academics, Athletics And The Arts. | 2023 |
| Mcmillen Health | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Vital, Effective Preventative Health Education That Provides Physical, Emotional, And Social Well-being. | 2023 |
| Super Shot Vaccine Clinic | $10,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Promote Vaccination And Provide Access To Immunization Community-wide. | 2023 |
| Turnstone | $10,200 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Therapeutic, Educational, Wellness And Recreational Programs To Empower People With Disabilities. | 2023 |
| Montpelier Community Pantry | $10,000 | Montpelier, IN, US | Provide Food And Health Services For Those In Need Of Assistance. | 2023 |
| Wells County Food Bank | $25,000 | Bluffton, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Wells County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2023 |
| West Noble Food Pantry | $25,000 | Ligonier, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Noble County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2023 |
| American Red Cross | $25,000 | Fort Wayne, MI, US | Prevents And Alleviates Human Suffering In The Face Of Emergencies. | 2022 |
| Alzheimers Association | $2,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Assist People With Alzheimers Disease. | 2022 |
| Camp Watch Wanna Do | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Providing Recreational Opportunities And Support For Children And Their Families, Surviving Cancer. | 2022 |
| Community & Family Services | $50,000 | Portland, IN, US | Assist Families, Individuals, And Communities Reduce Or Remove Causes And Conditions Of Poverty. | 2022 |
| Community Harvest Food Bank | $50,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Distributes Millions Of Pounds Of Food To Public. Individuals And Families In Need. | 2022 |
| Erin's House | $8,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Support For Children, Teens, And Their Families Who Have Suffered The Death Of A Loved One. | 2022 |
| Carriage House | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Assist Adults With Serious Mental Issues In Their Recovery. Rediscovering Skills To Return To Work Or School. | 2022 |
| Cystic Fybrosis Foundation | $1,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Finding A Cure For All People With Cystic Fibrosis. | 2022 |
| Humane Fort Wayne | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Variety Of Programs To Improve Animal Safety And Protection. Services To Future And Current Owners. | 2022 |
| Junior Achievement Of Northern Indiana | $30,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring Programs To Guide Youth To Their Own Economic Success. | 2022 |
| Fw Society Of St Vincent Depaul | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides Programs That Provide Stability And Self-sufficiency, Regardless Of Background, Ethnicity, Or Faith. | 2022 |
| Leukemia And Lymphoma Society Ne Indiana | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Enhance Quality Of Life Of Those Affected By Cancer By Providing Meaningful Resources, Information, And Compassionate Assistance. | 2022 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Increase Positive Awareness Of Down Syndrome Through National Campaigns, Educational Programs, And By Empowering Individuals With Downs Syndrome. | 2022 |
| Matthew 25 | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Free Primary Healthcare Services To Uninsured Low-income Residents Of Ne Indiana And Nw Ohio. | 2022 |
| Northeast Indiana Base Community Council | $3,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Main Focus On Education, Collaboration, Communication, And Programs That Enhance Quality Of Life In Northeast Indiana. | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $17,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides A Dedicated Bridge Of Support To Families Of Ill Children. | 2022 |
| Prager University | $5,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | To Encourage Thoughts And Ideas About American Values. | 2022 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Providing Medical Treatment And Research For Children And Family Support Systems. | 2022 |
| St Judes Children's Hospital | $5,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Advance Cures And Means Of Prevention For Pediatric Catostrophic Diseases Through Research And Treatment. | 2022 |
| Turnstone | $20,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Therapeutic, Educational, Wellness And Recreational Programs To Empower People With Disabilities. | 2022 |
| Super Shot Vaccine Clinic | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Promote Vaccination And Provide Access To Immunization Community-wide. | 2022 |
| Wells County Food Bank | $25,000 | Bluffton, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Wells County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2022 |
| West Noble Food Pantry | $25,000 | Ligonier, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Noble County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2022 |
| Womans Care Center | $1,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Assist Women With Unexpected Pregancies. | 2022 |
| Ymca Of Greater Fort Wayne | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Put Christian Principles Into Practice Through Programs That Build Healthy Spirit, Mind, And Body For All. | 2022 |
| Young Life | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring And Guiding Youth That Are Searching For Purpose And Meaning In Life, Invivted To Experience God. | 2022 |
| Starr Gennett Foundation | $1,000 | Richmond, IN, US | Dedicated To Preserving And Promoting The Legacy Of Gennet Records And Gain Appreciation For This Important Piece Of Music History. | 2022 |
| Vincent Village | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides A Unique Array Of Services That Meet The Needs Of Families Who Are Experiencing The Crisis Of Homelessness With The Ultimate Goal Of Gaining Permanent Housing. | 2022 |
| Wellspring Interfaith Social Services | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Serving The Social, Physical, And Educational Needs Of The Community In Allen County Indiana. | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $25,000 | Fort Wayne, MI, US | Prevents And Alleviates Human Suffering In The Face Of Emergencies. | 2022 |
| Alzheimers Association | $2,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Assist People With Alzheimers Disease. | 2022 |
| Camp Watch Wanna Do | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Providing Recreational Opportunities And Support For Children And Their Families, Surviving Cancer. | 2022 |
| Community & Family Services | $50,000 | Portland, IN, US | Assist Families, Individuals, And Communities Reduce Or Remove Causes And Conditions Of Poverty. | 2022 |
| Community Harvest Food Bank | $50,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Distributes Millions Of Pounds Of Food To Public. Individuals And Families In Need. | 2022 |
| Erin's House | $8,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Support For Children, Teens, And Their Families Who Have Suffered The Death Of A Loved One. | 2022 |
| Carriage House | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Assist Adults With Serious Mental Issues In Their Recovery. Rediscovering Skills To Return To Work Or School. | 2022 |
| Cystic Fybrosis Foundation | $1,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Finding A Cure For All People With Cystic Fibrosis. | 2022 |
| Humane Fort Wayne | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Variety Of Programs To Improve Animal Safety And Protection. Services To Future And Current Owners. | 2022 |
| Junior Achievement Of Northern Indiana | $30,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring Programs To Guide Youth To Their Own Economic Success. | 2022 |
| Fw Society Of St Vincent Depaul | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides Programs That Provide Stability And Self-sufficiency, Regardless Of Background, Ethnicity, Or Faith. | 2022 |
| Leukemia And Lymphoma Society Ne Indiana | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Enhance Quality Of Life Of Those Affected By Cancer By Providing Meaningful Resources, Information, And Compassionate Assistance. | 2022 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Increase Positive Awareness Of Down Syndrome Through National Campaigns, Educational Programs, And By Empowering Individuals With Downs Syndrome. | 2022 |
| Matthew 25 | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Free Primary Healthcare Services To Uninsured Low-income Residents Of Ne Indiana And Nw Ohio. | 2022 |
| Northeast Indiana Base Community Council | $3,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Main Focus On Education, Collaboration, Communication, And Programs That Enhance Quality Of Life In Northeast Indiana. | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $17,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides A Dedicated Bridge Of Support To Families Of Ill Children. | 2022 |
| Prager University | $5,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | To Encourage Thoughts And Ideas About American Values. | 2022 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Providing Medical Treatment And Research For Children And Family Support Systems. | 2022 |
| St Judes Children's Hospital | $5,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Advance Cures And Means Of Prevention For Pediatric Catostrophic Diseases Through Research And Treatment. | 2022 |
| Turnstone | $20,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Therapeutic, Educational, Wellness And Recreational Programs To Empower People With Disabilities. | 2022 |
| Super Shot Vaccine Clinic | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Promote Vaccination And Provide Access To Immunization Community-wide. | 2022 |
| Wells County Food Bank | $25,000 | Bluffton, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Wells County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2022 |
| West Noble Food Pantry | $25,000 | Ligonier, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Noble County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2022 |
| Womans Care Center | $1,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Assist Women With Unexpected Pregancies. | 2022 |
| Ymca Of Greater Fort Wayne | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Put Christian Principles Into Practice Through Programs That Build Healthy Spirit, Mind, And Body For All. | 2022 |
| Young Life | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring And Guiding Youth That Are Searching For Purpose And Meaning In Life, Invivted To Experience God. | 2022 |
| Starr Gennett Foundation | $1,000 | Richmond, IN, US | Dedicated To Preserving And Promoting The Legacy Of Gennet Records And Gain Appreciation For This Important Piece Of Music History. | 2022 |
| Vincent Village | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides A Unique Array Of Services That Meet The Needs Of Families Who Are Experiencing The Crisis Of Homelessness With The Ultimate Goal Of Gaining Permanent Housing. | 2022 |
| Wellspring Interfaith Social Services | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Serving The Social, Physical, And Educational Needs Of The Community In Allen County Indiana. | 2022 |
| American Red Cross | $25,000 | Fort Wayne, MI, US | Prevents And Alleviates Human Suffering In The Face Of Emergencies. | 2022 |
| Alzheimers Association | $2,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Assist People With Alzheimers Disease. | 2022 |
| Camp Watch Wanna Do | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Providing Recreational Opportunities And Support For Children And Their Families, Surviving Cancer. | 2022 |
| Community & Family Services | $50,000 | Portland, IN, US | Assist Families, Individuals, And Communities Reduce Or Remove Causes And Conditions Of Poverty. | 2022 |
| Community Harvest Food Bank | $50,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Distributes Millions Of Pounds Of Food To Public. Individuals And Families In Need. | 2022 |
| Erin's House | $8,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Support For Children, Teens, And Their Families Who Have Suffered The Death Of A Loved One. | 2022 |
| Carriage House | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Assist Adults With Serious Mental Issues In Their Recovery. Rediscovering Skills To Return To Work Or School. | 2022 |
| Cystic Fybrosis Foundation | $1,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Finding A Cure For All People With Cystic Fibrosis. | 2022 |
| Humane Fort Wayne | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Variety Of Programs To Improve Animal Safety And Protection. Services To Future And Current Owners. | 2022 |
| Junior Achievement Of Northern Indiana | $30,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring Programs To Guide Youth To Their Own Economic Success. | 2022 |
| Fw Society Of St Vincent Depaul | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides Programs That Provide Stability And Self-sufficiency, Regardless Of Background, Ethnicity, Or Faith. | 2022 |
| Leukemia And Lymphoma Society Ne Indiana | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Enhance Quality Of Life Of Those Affected By Cancer By Providing Meaningful Resources, Information, And Compassionate Assistance. | 2022 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Increase Positive Awareness Of Down Syndrome Through National Campaigns, Educational Programs, And By Empowering Individuals With Downs Syndrome. | 2022 |
| Matthew 25 | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Free Primary Healthcare Services To Uninsured Low-income Residents Of Ne Indiana And Nw Ohio. | 2022 |
| Northeast Indiana Base Community Council | $3,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Main Focus On Education, Collaboration, Communication, And Programs That Enhance Quality Of Life In Northeast Indiana. | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $17,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides A Dedicated Bridge Of Support To Families Of Ill Children. | 2022 |
| Prager University | $5,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | To Encourage Thoughts And Ideas About American Values. | 2022 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | $5,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Providing Medical Treatment And Research For Children And Family Support Systems. | 2022 |
| St Judes Children's Hospital | $5,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Advance Cures And Means Of Prevention For Pediatric Catostrophic Diseases Through Research And Treatment. | 2022 |
| Turnstone | $20,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Therapeutic, Educational, Wellness And Recreational Programs To Empower People With Disabilities. | 2022 |
| Super Shot Vaccine Clinic | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Promote Vaccination And Provide Access To Immunization Community-wide. | 2022 |
| Wells County Food Bank | $25,000 | Bluffton, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Wells County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2022 |
| West Noble Food Pantry | $25,000 | Ligonier, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Noble County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2022 |
| Womans Care Center | $1,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Assist Women With Unexpected Pregancies. | 2022 |
| Ymca Of Greater Fort Wayne | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Put Christian Principles Into Practice Through Programs That Build Healthy Spirit, Mind, And Body For All. | 2022 |
| Young Life | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring And Guiding Youth That Are Searching For Purpose And Meaning In Life, Invivted To Experience God. | 2022 |
| Starr Gennett Foundation | $1,000 | Richmond, IN, US | Dedicated To Preserving And Promoting The Legacy Of Gennet Records And Gain Appreciation For This Important Piece Of Music History. | 2022 |
| Vincent Village | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides A Unique Array Of Services That Meet The Needs Of Families Who Are Experiencing The Crisis Of Homelessness With The Ultimate Goal Of Gaining Permanent Housing. | 2022 |
| Wellspring Interfaith Social Services | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Serving The Social, Physical, And Educational Needs Of The Community In Allen County Indiana. | 2022 |
| Humane Fort Wayne | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Variety Of Programs To Improve Animal Safety And Protection. Services To Future And Current Owners. | 2021 |
| Community & Family Services | $40,000 | Portland, IN, US | Assist Families, Individuals, And Communities Reduce Or Remove Causes And Conditions Of Poverty. | 2021 |
| Community Harvest Food Bank | $40,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Distributes Millions Of Pounds Of Food To Public. Individuals And Families In Need. | 2021 |
| Boys And Girls Club Of Fort Wayne | $1,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Inspire Young People To Reach Their Full Potential As Productive, Caring, Responsible Citizens. | 2021 |
| American Red Cross | $12,500 | Fort Wayne, MI, US | Prevents And Alleviates Human Suffering In The Face Of Emergencies. | 2021 |
| Churubusco Rotary Club | $500 | Churubusco, IN, US | Encourage And Foster The Ideal Of Service As A Basis Of Worthy Enterprise. | 2021 |
| Junior Achievement Of Northern Indiana | $30,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring Programs To Guide Youth To Their Own Economic Success. | 2021 |
| Just Neighbors Interfaith Homeless Network | $2,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Providing Assistance To Homeless People. | 2021 |
| Erin's House | $7,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Support For Children, Teens, And Their Familieswho Have Suffered The Death Of A Loved One. | 2021 |
| Fort Wayne Museum Of Art | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Collect, Preserve, And Present American And Related Art To Engage And Educate Braod And Diverse Audiences. | 2021 |
| Homestead Boys Lacrosse Club | $500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Building Character Through Sport And Competition. | 2021 |
| Leukemia And Lymphoma Society Ne Indiana | $15,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Enhance Quality Of Life Of Those Affected By Cancer By Providing Meaningful Resources, Information, And Compassionate Assistance. | 2021 |
| Prager University | $5,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | To Encourage Thoughts And Ideas About American Values. | 2021 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | $16,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Providing Medical Treatment And Research For Children And Family Support Systems. | 2021 |
| St Judes Children's Hospital | $5,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Advance Cures And Means Of Prevention For Pediatric Catostrophic Diseases Through Research And Treatment. | 2021 |
| Liberty Youth Ranch | $50,000 | Bonita Springs, FL, US | Organization Dedicated To The Needs Of Abused, Abandoned, And Orphaned Children. | 2021 |
| Wells County Food Bank | $20,000 | Bluffton, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Wells County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2021 |
| West Noble Food Pantry | $20,000 | Ligonier, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Noble County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2021 |
| Ymca Of Greater Fort Wayne | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Put Christian Principles Into Practice Through Programs That Build Healthy Spirit, Mind, And Body For All. | 2021 |
| Young Life | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring And Guiding Youth That Are Searching For Purpose And Meaning In Life, Invivted To Experience God. | 2021 |
| Make-a-wish | $10,000 | Columbus, OH, US | Create Life Changing Wishes For Children With Critical Illnesses. | 2021 |
| Northeast In Base Community Council | $3,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Main Focus On Education, Collaboration, Communication, And Programs That Enhance Quality Of Life In Northeast Indiana. | 2021 |
| Out Of Jam Inc | $3,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Develop Culinary, Vocational, And Life Skills Of Young Adults Through Mentoring And Compassion. | 2021 |
| Turnstone | $61,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Therapeutic, Educational, Wellness And Recreational Programs To Empower People With Disabilities. | 2021 |
| Vincent Village | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Meet The Needs Of Families Who Are Experiencing Homelessness By Providing Housing And Supportive Services. | 2021 |
| Womans Care Center | $1,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Assist Women With Unexpected Pregancies. | 2021 |
| Zeta Tau Alpha Foundation | $400 | Carmel, IN, US | Funds Scholarships And Provides Educational And Leadership Programs. | 2021 |
| Allen County Spca | $6,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Variety Of Programs To Improve Animal Safety And Protection. Services To Future And Current Owners. | 2020 |
| Community & Family Services | $60,000 | Portland, IN, US | Assist Families, Individuals, And Communities Reduce Or Remove Causes And Conditions Of Poverty. | 2020 |
| Community Harvest Food Bank | $60,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Distributes Millions Of Pounds Of Food To Public. Individuals And Families In Need. | 2020 |
| Gigi's Playhouse | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provide Programming And Support For People With Down Syndrome And Their Families. | 2020 |
| Hillsdale College | $2,500 | Hillsdale, MI, US | Independent Coeducational Institution Promoting Academic Excellence And Institutional Independence. | 2020 |
| J29 Hope | $500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Services The Disadvantaged Of Fort Wayne, East Chicago, And Gary, Indiana. Focuse On Improving Section 8 Housing Areas Where Poverty, Addiction, And Violence Are Prevelant. | 2020 |
| Junior Achievement Of Northern Indiana | $30,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring Programs To Guide Youth To Their Own Economic Success. | 2020 |
| Little River Wetlands | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Caring For Wetland Preserves And Offer Free Nature Programs To Children And Adults. | 2020 |
| Manchester University | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Providing Graduate And Professional Programs In Health Sciences. | 2020 |
| Matthew 25 | $5,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provides High Quality Medical, Dental, Vision, And Mental Health Services At No Charge To Low-income, Uninsured Adults. | 2020 |
| Mission 25cc | $500 | Columbia City, IN, US | A Transitional Living Program For Individuals And Families In Need Of Shelter, Food, Guidance, And Direction To Live Independently. | 2020 |
| Prager University | $2,500 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | To Encourage Thoughts And Ideas About American Values. | 2020 |
| St Judes Children's Hospital | $10,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Advance Cures And Means Of Prevention For Pediatric Catostrophic Diseases Through Research And Treatment. | 2020 |
| The Carriage House | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Assisting People In Their Recovery From Mental Illness And Reintegration Into The Community. | 2020 |
| Wells County Food Bank | $30,000 | Bluffton, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Wells County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2020 |
| West Noble Food Pantry | $30,000 | Ligonier, IN, US | Meeting The Needs Of Noble County Residents With Food And Clothing. | 2020 |
| Ymca Of Greater Fort Wayne | $2,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Put Christian Principles Into Practice Through Programs That Build Healthy Spirit, Mind, And Body For All. | 2020 |
| Young Life | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring And Guiding Youth That Are Searching For Purpose And Meaning In Life, Invivted To Experience God. | 2020 |
| Just Neighbors Interfaith Homeless Network | $2,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Providing Assistance To Homeless People. | 2020 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | $10,000 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Providing Medical Treatment And Research For Children And Family Support Systems. | 2020 |
| Junior Achievement Of Northern Indiana | $30,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring Programs To Guide Youth To Their Own Economic Success. | 2018 |
| Young Life | $2,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring And Guiding Youth That Are Searching For Purpose And Meaning In Life, Invivted To Experience God. | 2018 |
| Erins House | $1,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provide Support For Children And Their Families Who Have Suffered The Death Of A Loved One. | 2018 |
| Allen County Aspca | $250 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Support And Sustenance For Cats And Dogs Without Homes. | 2018 |
| Troy Alternative School | $1,000 | Columbia City, IN, US | Non-profit Alternative School For Grades 6 - 12. Providing Education, Tools, And Support To Succeed. | 2018 |
| Scan | $1,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provide Support Environments To Stop Child Abuse And Neglect And Promote Positive Family Relationships. | 2018 |
| The Carriage House | $2,250 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Assisting People In Their Recovery From Mental Illness And Reintegration Into The Community. | 2018 |
| Turnstone | $160,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Therapeutic, Wellness, Educational, And Recreational Services To Children And Adults With Physical Disabilities. | 2018 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Fort Wayne | $1,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring Programs To Guide Youth. | 2017 |
| Gigi's Playhousefort Wayne | $1,000 | Angola, IN, US | To Assist In Delivering Free Educational, Therapeutic, And Career Skill Programs To Individuals With Down Syndrome Of All Ages. | 2017 |
| Little River Wetlands Project | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Nature Preservation | 2017 |
| Matthew 25 | $3,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Free Medical, Dental, Vision Services For Low Income Individuals. | 2017 |
| Come2go Ministries | $500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Serve Others Through Teams That Visit Nursing Homes, Serves Meals To Homeless, And Supports Youths. | 2017 |
| The Carriage House | $1,250 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Assisting People In Their Recovery From Mental Illness And Reintegration Into The Community. | 2017 |
| Turnstone | $110,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Therapeutic, Wellness, Educational, And Recreational Services To Children And Adults With Physical Disabilities. | 2017 |
| Erins House | $1,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provide Support For Children And Their Families Who Have Suffered The Death Of A Loved One. | 2017 |
| Riley Children's Foundation | $500 | Indianapolis, IN, US | Providing Medical Treatment And Research For Children And Family Support Systems. | 2017 |
| Scan | $1,500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Provide Support Environments To Stop Child Abuse And Neglect And Promote Positive Family Relationships. | 2017 |
| St Judes Children's Hospital | $500 | Memphis, TN, US | Providing Medical Treatment And Research For Children Illnesses. | 2017 |
| Gigi's Playhousefort Wayne | $1,000 | Angola, IN, US | To Assist In Delivering Free Educational, Therapeutic, And Career Skill Programs To Individuals With Down Syndrome Of All Ages. | 2016 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Fort Wayne | $500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Mentoring Programs To Guide Youth. | 2016 |
| Little River Wetlands Project | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Nature Preservation | 2016 |
| Peace Montessori Day Of Giving | $500 | New Haven, IN, US | Education Support For Children. | 2016 |
| Matthew 25 | $2,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | To Provide Free Medical, Dental, Vision Services For Low Income Individuals. | 2016 |
| The Carriage House | $500 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Assisting People In Their Recovery From Mental Illness And Reintegration Into The Community. | 2016 |
| Turnstone | $100,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Therapeutic, Wellness, Educational, And Recreational Services To Children And Adults With Physical Disabilities. | 2016 |
| Vincent Village Inc | $1,000 | Fort Wayne, IN, US | Transitional Housing For Homeless Families | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 45-4835368 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 1029A WEST STATE BLVD SUITE A Fort Wayne, IN 46808-0000 |
Key People (6)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Chaffee Family Foundation Inc's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Karen J Chaffee |
|---|---|
| Vice President | Troy A Chaffee |
| Vice President | Bradley C Chaffee |
| Secretary | Scott W Chaffee |
| Treasurer | Todd V Chaffee |
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