Yen Chuang Foundation
Accepts applications
Yen Chuang Foundation is a private foundation in Sunnyvale, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $392,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$392,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$9.0 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $250,000 the year before.
67% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $362,000 | 16 | $6.2 million |
| 2023 | $250,000 | 12 | $8.3 million |
| 2024 | $392,000 | 12 | $9.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Yung Tsai Yen 1257 Elko Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (408) 747-1769, chris.yen@mliusa.com |
| What to submit | No prescribed form |
| Restrictions | The purpose of yen chuang foundation is to support cultural, scientific and educational endeavors. Current areas of support are: 1. Public education 2. Education of teens about preventing pregnancy, responsible parenthood, prevention of sexually transmitted diseases 3. Population control efforts 4. Asian-american and taiwanese-american issues 5. Prevention of hate crimes and domestic violence 6. Medical education for african-americans and asian-americans 7. Education about the benefits of universal health care 8. Public radio |
What Yen Chuang Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $171,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $37,500 |
| New York | 2 | $22,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Amwa (American Medical Women's Association) | Yen (yen emergency need) fund | $100,000 |
| Uc Berkeley Foundation | The cal women's basketball team locker room fund | $100,000 |
| Taiwan American Culture Center of East Bay (Tacc-Eb) | Tacc-eb project | $50,000 |
| Turnout Activism Inc | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Hermedicine | Women's health education | $37,500 |
| Take the Lead Inc | Women's empowement | $20,000 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Tacnc | Taiwan center for mandarin learning | $6,000 |
| The University of Chicago | General operating support | $6,000 |
| Reproductive Freedom for All Foundation | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Taiwanese American Citizens League | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Physicians for Reproductive Health | General operating support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Yung Tsai Yen
- Ho Tzu Yen
- Sophia Yen
Questions people ask
Does Yen Chuang Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Yen Chuang Foundation give?
$392,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Yen Chuang Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Yung Tsai Yen (President), Ho Tzu Yen (Secretary) and Sophia Yen (Treasurer).
What does Yen Chuang Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.