The Laurence and Michele Chang Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Laurence and Michele Chang Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $76,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$76,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,000 the year before.
29% 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 | $85,000 | 10 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 8 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $76,000 | 7 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
The Laurence and Michele Chang 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $45,000 |
| Colorado | 3 | $17,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of California San Francisco Foundation | Blood and Marrow Transplant (BMT) Fund | $25,000 |
| Rocky Mountain Planned Parenthood Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Colorado Coalition for the Homeless | General & Unrestricted | $7,000 |
| Freedom Service Dogs Inc | General & Unrestricted | $6,000 |
| Florence Crittenton Services of Colorado | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Path | General & Unrestricted | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Laurence Chang
- Michele Chang
Questions people ask
Does The Laurence and Michele Chang Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Laurence and Michele Chang Foundation give?
$76,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs The Laurence and Michele Chang Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Laurence Chang (Dir, Sec, Co- Pres) and Michele Chang (Co- Pres, Dir).