Maiya and John Chen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Maiya and John Chen Foundation is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $20,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$20,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$221,117
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $3,333 | 1 | $247,035 |
| 2024 | $17,000 | 2 | $234,480 |
| 2025 | $20,000 | 1 | $221,117 |
How to apply
Maiya and John Chen 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 Maiya and John Chen Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Missouri.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 1 | $20,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington University in St Louis | To support the institution's academic and research programs | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Qigang Chen
- Tianyu Zhao
- Janice Suk Yin Yu
Questions people ask
Does Maiya and John Chen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maiya and John Chen Foundation give?
$20,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Maiya and John Chen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Qigang Chen (Ceo and Director), Tianyu Zhao (Cfo and Director) and Janice Suk Yin Yu (Treasurer and Director).
What does Maiya and John Chen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.