Sam H T Chen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sam H T Chen Foundation is a private foundation in Sunnyvale, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,101 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $8,000. 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$14,101
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$854,879
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $25,346 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $30,095 | 27 | $774,494 |
| 2024 | $25,346 | 7 | $732,350 |
| 2025 | $14,101 | 3 | $854,879 |
How to apply
Sam H T 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 Sam H T Chen Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $14,101 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Good Shepherd Christian Church | Religious Outreach | $8,000 |
| Bay Area Life Witness Ministry | Religious Outreach | $5,000 |
| City Team | To provide outreach to the homeless | $1,101 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Hsu
- Alice Huang
- Lynda Brown
Questions people ask
Does Sam H T Chen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sam H T Chen Foundation give?
$14,101 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Sam H T Chen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Diane Hsu (President), Alice Huang (Cfo) and Lynda Brown (Secretary).
What does Sam H T Chen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and housing and homelessness.