Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance
Preselected recipients only
Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $12,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 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$12,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$10.4 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $4,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $4,360 | 2 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $4,000 | 3 | $7.5 million |
| 2025 | $12,000 | 2 | $10.4 million |
How to apply
Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance 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 Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance funds
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Association Maison Chance | Maison Chance house treat and educate handicapped abandoned street children to nurture them to be independent citizens. | $10,000 |
| Individual | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Doan L Phung
- Rick N Phung
- Betsy Lous
Questions people ask
Does Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance give?
$12,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance?
Its 2025 filing lists Doan L Phung (Managing trustee), Rick N Phung (Trustee) and Betsy Lous (Trustee).
What does Center for the Encouragement of Self-Reliance fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and youth programs.