Cha Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cha Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $13,473 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $225 and the largest $13,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$13,473
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$225
- Largest grant$13,000
- Assets$78,535
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $14,650 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $14,825 | 5 | $99,553 |
| 2023 | $14,650 | 4 | $88,381 |
| 2024 | $13,473 | 4 | $78,535 |
How to apply
Cha Foundation 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 Cha Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $13,473 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SBCGC Church | Donation | $13,000 |
| Double Portion Ministries | Donation | $300 |
| Tzu Chi Foundation USA | Donation | $150 |
| North America Financial Edu Foundat | Donation | $23 |
Officers and trustees
- Tai-Hsing Cha
- Florence Y Cha
Questions people ask
Does Cha Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cha Foundation give?
$13,473 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $225.
Who runs Cha Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Tai-Hsing Cha (Ceo) and Florence Y Cha (Cfo).
What does Cha Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.