Chen Frame Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chen Frame Foundation is a private foundation in McLEAN, Virginia. In tax year 2023 it gave $47,800 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 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 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$47,800
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2023 was the same as $47,800 the year before.
0% of its 2023 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $47,800 | 7 | $2.8 million |
| 2023 | $47,800 | 7 | $3.1 million |
How to apply
Chen Frame 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 Chen Frame Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 2 | $28,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $13,800 |
| New York | 1 | $3,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arlington Community Foundation | Education | $25,000 |
| George Washington University | Education | $6,000 |
| American University | Education | $6,000 |
| Animal Welfare League of Arlington | Education | $3,000 |
| PMI Educational Foundation | Education | $3,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Education | $3,000 |
| The Kennedy Center | Education | $1,800 |
Officers and trustees
- John D Frame III
- Yanping Chen
Questions people ask
Does Chen Frame Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chen Frame Foundation give?
$47,800 in tax year 2023, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Chen Frame Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists John D Frame III (CoTrustee) and Yanping Chen (CoTrustee).
What does Chen Frame Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.