Chou's Livingstone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chou's Livingstone Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $78,287 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$78,287
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$105,530
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $10,159 the year before.
80% 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 | $10,159 | 2 | $185,964 |
| 2024 | $78,287 | 5 | $105,530 |
How to apply
Chou's Livingstone 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Chou's Livingstone Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $78,287 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| True Jesus Church in San Diego | Donation | $60,000 |
| True Jesus Church | Donations | $15,000 |
| True Jesus Church International Assembly | Donation | $2,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Donations | $1,037 |
| American Red Cross | Donations | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Shuochun S Chou
- Hui-Chen J Chen
Questions people ask
Does Chou's Livingstone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chou's Livingstone Foundation give?
$78,287 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Chou's Livingstone Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Shuochun S Chou (Ceo) and Hui-Chen J Chen (Cfo).
What does Chou's Livingstone Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.