Charistar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charistar Foundation is a private foundation in Milpitas, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $18,035 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,217 and the largest $6,000. 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$18,035
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,217
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was down from $30,290 the year before.
17% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $30,290 | 8 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $18,035 | 6 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Charistar 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 Charistar Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $3,434 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $13,601 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UC Berkeley Civil and Environmental Engineering Fund | Donation | $6,000 |
| Nctu Foundation | Donation | $3,601 |
| Taiwan Red Cross | Donation | $3,434 |
| CA State Parks Foundation | Donation | $3,000 |
| National Park Reserve Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Asia Society | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cahn Hong CHRN
- Yi Yang Chern
Questions people ask
Does Charistar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charistar Foundation give?
$18,035 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,217.
Who runs Charistar Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cahn Hong CHRN (Ceo) and Yi Yang Chern (Cfo Secretary).
What does Charistar Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.