Chen-Zhu Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chen-Zhu Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $307,945 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $11,980 and the largest $60,000. 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$307,945
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$11,980
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $13,827 the year before.
83% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,105 | 3 | $163,009 |
| 2024 | $13,827 | 3 | $251,987 |
| 2025 | $307,945 | 13 | $0 |
How to apply
Chen-Zhu Family 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 Chen-Zhu Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $230,020 |
| Illinois | 1 | $58,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $11,980 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $6,945 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peach Foundation | The peach foundation was formed to give children from the poorest parts of china and southeast asia opportunities to complete a college education. | $60,000 |
| Silver Lining Missions | Supports efforts to help locate missing children and reunite them with their families, including public awareness, advocacy, and coordination with relevant agencies. It also helps provide resources and support to families affected by a missing-child case during and after the search process. | $60,000 |
| The University of Chicago | University of chicago booth annual fund provides flexible funding that supports faculty research, student scholarships, and academic programs where the school has the greatest current need. | $58,000 |
| Kqed | Help fund independent journalism, educational programming, and local news coverage that serves the bay area and northern california. It supports the production and distribution of public radio, television, and digital content that is free and accessible to the community. | $50,000 |
| California Highway Patrol 11-99 Foundation | To provide financial assistance, scholarships, and emergency support to the families of chp officers who are killed or seriously injured in the line of duty, and help cover education costs, living expenses, and immediate needs during times of loss or hardship. | $25,075 |
| San Francisco Symphony | To support world-class orchestral performances, music education programs, and community outreach initiatives throughout the bay area, and help fund musicians, guest artists, and programs that make classical music accessible to diverse audiences. | $15,000 |
| American Society of Clinical Oncology | To promote dramatic advances in the prevention, treatment and cures of all types of cancer. | $11,980 |
| Kqed | Help fund independent journalism, educational programming, and local news coverage that serves the bay area and northern california. It supports the production and distribution of public radio, television, and digital content that is free and accessible to the community. | $10,000 |
| San Francisco Opera | To support the production of opera performances, artist development, and music education programs serving the bay area. It helps fund performers, orchestral musicians, stage production, and initiatives that expand access to opera for students and the community. | $8,000 |
| The Asian American Foundation (Taaf) | Enable taaf to serve the asian american and pacific islander (aapi) community in pursuit of safety, belonging, and prosperity that is free from discrimination, slander, and violence. | $5,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy in California | To support the protection and restoration of land and water through science-based conservation, including habitat preservation, climate resilience, and sustainable resource management. | $1,945 |
| Ocean Conservancy | To support efforts to protect and restore ocean ecosystems through marine debris removal, ocean science, and policy advocacy. | $1,945 |
| American Cancer Society | To support cancer research, patient support services, prevention programs, and education aimed at reducing cancer incidence and mortality. It helps fund scientific research, provide patient lodging and transportation, and offer guidance to patients and caregivers throughout treatment. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Huan Joy Zhu
- Alina Chen
- Tina Chen
Questions people ask
Does Chen-Zhu Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chen-Zhu Family Foundation give?
$307,945 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $11,980.
Who runs Chen-Zhu Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Huan Joy Zhu (President), Alina Chen (Secretary) and Tina Chen (Treasurer).
What does Chen-Zhu Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.