Cherith Christian Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cherith Christian Private Foundation is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,400 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $70,000. 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$160,400
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $149,580 the year before.
15% 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 | $139,462 | 26 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $149,580 | 25 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $160,400 | 19 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
Cherith Christian Private 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 Cherith Christian Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 2 | $75,800 |
| Washington | 2 | $19,800 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $17,000 |
| California | 4 | $14,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $12,400 |
| Colorado | 4 | $8,200 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Generosity Foundation | Ministry | $70,000 |
| China Outreach Ministries | Ministry | $17,000 |
| Individual | Ministry | $15,000 |
| Individual | Ministry | $10,000 |
| Pioneers | Ministry | $5,800 |
| Individual | Ministry | $5,000 |
| Renaissance Church | Ministry | $5,000 |
| Professionals International | Ministry | $4,800 |
| Chinese Church in Christ | Ministry | $4,000 |
| Amazing Love Inc | Ministry | $4,000 |
| Bridges of Hope International | Ministry | $3,000 |
| Individual | Ministry | $3,000 |
| Equipnet | Ministry | $3,000 |
| Sudan Inland Mission USA | Ministry | $2,400 |
| Individual | Ministry | $2,000 |
| Individual | Ministry | $2,000 |
| Omf International | Ministry | $1,800 |
| One Challenge Oc International | Ministry | $1,400 |
| Mission Fuel Inc | Ministry | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Felix Yen
- Lucy Chen
- Diane Chen
Questions people ask
Does Cherith Christian Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cherith Christian Private Foundation give?
$160,400 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Cherith Christian Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Felix Yen (Ceo), Lucy Chen (Cfo) and Diane Chen (Secretary).
What does Cherith Christian Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.