Pei Ling Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Pei Ling Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Huntsville, Alabama. In tax year 2025 it gave $355,000 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $150,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$355,000
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $318,190 the year before.
21% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $305,300 | 14 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $318,190 | 14 | $7.6 million |
| 2025 | $355,000 | 14 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
Pei Ling Charitable Trust says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Pei Ling Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 14 | $355,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| HudsonAlpha Foundation | Contribution | $150,000 |
| Huntsville Symphony Orchestra | Contribution | $40,000 |
| Community Ballet Association | Contribution | $32,500 |
| Huntsville Chamber Music Guild | Contribution | $27,000 |
| Huntsville Master Chorale | Contribution | $19,000 |
| Arts Huntsville | Contribution | $15,600 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Huntsville Hospital Foundation | Contribution | $15,000 |
| Huntsville Ballet Guild | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Huntsville Botanical Garden | Contribution | $10,000 |
| Huntsville Museum of Art | Contribution | $8,400 |
| Studio 60 Senior Center | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Gadsden Cultural Arts Foundation Inc | Contribution | $5,000 |
| Downtown Huntsville Inc | Contribution | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Chia Hwa Chan
- David A Chan
Questions people ask
Does Pei Ling Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pei Ling Charitable Trust give?
$355,000 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Pei Ling Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Chia Hwa Chan (Co-Trustee) and David A Chan (Co-Trustee).
What does Pei Ling Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.