Dca Chen Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dca Chen Private Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $172,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$172,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2025 was up from $130,000 the year before.
89% 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 | $125,000 | 6 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $130,000 | 3 | $3.2 million |
| 2025 | $172,000 | 9 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Dca Chen 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 Dca Chen Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $167,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| City of Hope | Charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| The Huntington Library Art Museum and | Charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| You Lead Foundation | Charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Taiwanese Holiness Church of America | Charitable purpose | $20,000 |
| Herald Christian Health Center | Charitable purpose | $15,000 |
| Pasadena Humane | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| San Gabriel Valley Humane Society | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Taiwanese American Foundation | Charitable purpose | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David CP CHEN
- Annie Yi-Ni Chen
- Chou-Er Chen
- Christian Lai
Questions people ask
Does Dca Chen Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dca Chen Private Foundation give?
$172,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Dca Chen Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David CP CHEN (Ceo), Annie Yi-Ni Chen (Secretary & Dir), Chou-Er Chen (CFO & Director) and Christian Lai (Director).
What does Dca Chen Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and animals.