CQ Foundation
Preselected recipients only
CQ Foundation is a private foundation in Sunnyvale, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $30,174 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $850 and the largest $20,000. 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$30,174
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$850
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $21,865 the year before.
53% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $12,350 | 10 | $912,203 |
| 2023 | $21,865 | 12 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $30,174 | 15 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
CQ 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 CQ Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 13 | $28,944 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $230 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| Bay Area Cancer Connection | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Chinese Church In Christ | Donation | $1,000 |
| Nimitz Elememtary School | Charity purpose | $1,000 |
| University of California Berkeley | Charity purpose | $1,000 |
| Harvard University | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Sunnyvale Community Services | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| fremont union high school districtf | Charitable contribution | $850 |
| Cupertino Middle School | Charity purpose | $518 |
| The Home of Christ Church in Cupert | Donation | $500 |
| Go Fund Me | Charitable contribution | $333 |
| Wildfire Disaster Relief | Charitable contribution | $333 |
| Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation | Donation | $300 |
| Paddle With A Purpose | Charitable contribution | $230 |
| US Hunan Association | Charitable contribution | $110 |
Officers and trustees
- Zhenfang Chen
- Meng Qin
Questions people ask
Does CQ Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does CQ Foundation give?
$30,174 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $850.
Who runs CQ Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Zhenfang Chen (Ceo) and Meng Qin (Cfo, Secretary).
What does CQ Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.