Dennis Ming-Hong Chen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dennis Ming-Hong Chen Foundation is a private foundation in Sugar Land, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $27,477 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $550 and the largest $11,800. 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$27,477
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$550
- Largest grant$11,800
- Assets$803,407
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,001 the year before.
22% 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 | $43,326 | 21 | $927,899 |
| 2024 | $15,001 | 20 | $891,014 |
| 2025 | $27,477 | 18 | $803,407 |
How to apply
Dennis Ming-Hong Chen 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 Dennis Ming-Hong Chen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 10 | $22,415 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,762 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $800 |
| Illinois | 1 | $600 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $600 |
| Virginia | 1 | $600 |
| New York | 1 | $400 |
| California | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas Buddhist Association Inc | Religious activities and building fund | $11,800 |
| Generation Serve | improve the lives of children in foster care | $5,579 |
| Eanes School | Supporting isd | $1,936 |
| Ironman Foundation | General fund | $1,762 |
| Taiwanese Heritage Society of Houston | General fund | $1,000 |
| Sjgren's Foundation | supporting innovative research | $600 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Supporting Rearch, Endind Alzheimers | $600 |
| Houston Food Bank | Supporting LOCAL PEOPLE | $600 |
| Waterorg | Supporting water quality in the world | $600 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General fund | $500 |
| Buddhist Global Relief | Supporting global warming issues, etc. | $400 |
| Houston Public Media | Supporting Media Prpgrams | $300 |
| Harris County Public Library - Spring Branch Memorial Library | General fund | $300 |
| University of San Francisco | General fund | $300 |
| The Texas Vipassana Association | General fund | $300 |
| St Stephen's School | General fund | $300 |
| Dollywood Foundation | General fund | $300 |
| American Bodhi Center Inc | General fund | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Sue J Chen
- Sam S Chen
- Thomas Chen
- Michael Chen
Questions people ask
Does Dennis Ming-Hong Chen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dennis Ming-Hong Chen Foundation give?
$27,477 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $550.
Who runs Dennis Ming-Hong Chen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sue J Chen (President), Sam S Chen (Treasurer), Thomas Chen (Secretary) and Michael Chen (Director).
What does Dennis Ming-Hong Chen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, human services and education.