Chinawind Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chinawind Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $15,230 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $5,000. 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$15,230
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $13,253 the year before.
43% of its 2024 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 | $13,253 | 19 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $15,230 | 21 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Chinawind 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 Chinawind Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $14,280 |
| New York | 1 | $450 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $300 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese American Coalition for Comp | Charity purpose | $5,000 |
| Artssv | Charity purpose | $3,000 |
| University of California Berkeley | Charity purpose | $1,000 |
| American Wesley Alumnae Foundation | Charity purpose | $1,000 |
| New Hope Chinese Cancer Care Founda | Charity purpose | $1,000 |
| Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation | Charity purpose | $800 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Charity purpose | $500 |
| Association of Buddhist Fellowship | Charity purpose | $500 |
| Jaacuc | Charity purpose | $500 |
| Metropolitan Opera Guild | Charity purpose | $450 |
| Boys Town | Charity purpose | $300 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Charity purpose | $300 |
| San Francisco Opera | Charity purpose | $150 |
| SJ Dance Co | Charity purpose | $100 |
| California State Parks Foundation | Charity purpose | $100 |
| Lucile Packard Foundation | Charity purpose | $100 |
| national park foundation | Charity purpose | $100 |
| National Parks Conservation Associa | Charity purpose | $100 |
| Schola Cantorum | Charity purpose | $100 |
| Heart of Hope Asian American Hospic | Charity purpose | $100 |
| Hakone Gardens | Charity purpose | $30 |
Officers and trustees
- Cheng-Fen Maria Chen
- Chia-Lun Chang
- Shanyin Amy Chang
- Shangin Adela Chang
Questions people ask
Does Chinawind Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chinawind Foundation give?
$15,230 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Chinawind Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Cheng-Fen Maria Chen (President/Direc), Chia-Lun Chang (Secretary/DIR), Shanyin Amy Chang (Director) and Shangin Adela Chang (Director).
What does Chinawind Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and arts and culture.