San Yi & Helen Tseng Foundation
Preselected recipients only
San Yi & Helen Tseng Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,050 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $7,200. 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$15,050
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$7,200
- Assets$375,876
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $14,400 the year before.
20% 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 | $14,100 | 5 | $329,514 |
| 2024 | $14,400 | 7 | $355,040 |
| 2025 | $15,050 | 7 | $375,876 |
How to apply
San Yi & Helen Tseng 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 San Yi & Helen Tseng Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $14,050 |
| Colorado | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Chinese Church in Christ CCIC | To build up the saints to Christ-like maturity and equip them for ministry in the church and to send them and support them as witnesses to the world for the glory of God. | $7,200 |
| Community Baptist Church of San Jos | To exercise and increase our faith through obedience, even as we strive to grow in knowledge and understanding about God. | $5,250 |
| Chinese International Missions | To stimulate and motivate the growth of a movement for Chinese churches world-wide toward the obedience of the Great Commission. A movement which will lead to increased personal participation in the overall missionary enterprise. | $1,000 |
| International Students Inc | For reaching out to thousands of the more than 1,100,000 international students who study in the United States each year. These students, separated from family and friends, often feel lonely and isolated and are unsure about how to relate to Americas culture and its people. Sadly, many international students are never invited into an American home. Many miss the opportunity to have an American friend. | $500 |
| Individual | $500 | |
| Individual | $500 | |
| Chinese Family for Christ USA MFVC | To rebuild strong family values and restore healthy, loving relationships between husbands and wives. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- San Yi Tseng
- Helen B Wu
- Albert B Tseng
Questions people ask
Does San Yi & Helen Tseng Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does San Yi & Helen Tseng Foundation give?
$15,050 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs San Yi & Helen Tseng Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists San Yi Tseng (President & CEO), Helen B Wu (Cfo) and Albert B Tseng (Secretary).
What does San Yi & Helen Tseng Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.