Duchen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Duchen Foundation is a private foundation in Castro Valley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $550 and the largest $1,388. 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$13,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$550
- Largest grant$1,388
- Assets$318,832
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $8,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $6,000 | 1 | $150,121 |
| 2024 | $8,000 | 10 | $229,017 |
| 2025 | $13,000 | 20 | $318,832 |
How to apply
Duchen 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 Duchen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $7,112 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $2,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $1,550 |
| Virginia | 2 | $950 |
| Illinois | 1 | $888 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aajc | General | $1,388 |
| Awf | General | $1,000 |
| Cat Town | General | $1,000 |
| Stone Zoo | General | $1,000 |
| National Asian Pacific | General | $888 |
| East Bay Asian Local Development | General | $888 |
| Ifaw | General | $650 |
| St Jude Hospital | General | $636 |
| Alamenda County Community Food Bank | General | $600 |
| Consercation International | General | $550 |
| WWF | General | $550 |
| Barn Sanctuary | General | $500 |
| Earth Justice | General | $500 |
| Fndi | General | $500 |
| Muttville | General | $500 |
| Union of Concerned Scientists | General | $500 |
| Pasadena Humane | General | $500 |
| Missing Kids Org | General | $400 |
| Boston College | General | $350 |
| Tri Valley Animal Rescue | General | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Qian Chen
- Steven du
Questions people ask
Does Duchen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Duchen Foundation give?
$13,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $550.
Who runs Duchen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Qian Chen (Ceo) and Steven du (Secretary).
What does Duchen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.