Lei and Chen Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lei and Chen Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,600 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$22,600
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$728,418
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $25,000 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 | $18,700 | 9 | $562,436 |
| 2024 | $25,000 | 3 | $663,742 |
| 2025 | $22,600 | 7 | $728,418 |
How to apply
Lei and Chen Family 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 Lei and Chen Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 5 | $11,600 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eclat Foundation | ECLAT/Michigan State University Graduate Scholarship Fund | $10,000 |
| Oakland Hope | General & Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Fox Run Village Inc | All areas of study Scholarship Fund | $2,000 |
| Cerebral Palsy Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Detroit Chinese Alliance Church | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Open Workshops | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Detroit Chinese Alliance Church | Short Term Missionary Fund in the English International Ministry | $600 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin Chen
- Ruey Chen
- Donna M Lei
Questions people ask
Does Lei and Chen Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lei and Chen Family Foundation give?
$22,600 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Lei and Chen Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kevin Chen (VP, Dir), Ruey Chen (Dir) and Donna M Lei (Pres, Treas, SEC, DIR).
What does Lei and Chen Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.