Charles Frederick Chandler (December 6, 1836 – August 25, 1925) was an American chemist and acclaimed professor at Columbia where he taught in the Chemistry Department, the College of Physicians and Surgeons, and served as the first Dean of Columbia University's School of Mines.

Chandler was very active in professional and social organizations, belonging to several Chemical Clubs and Organizations. While some of his clubs were purely or primarily social, other such as The Chemists' Club, which Chandler founded, were intended to build professional connections among scientists in New York.

The Chandler Society serves as a tribute to the spirit of Charles, continuing the great tradition of bringing people together with Chemistry.