Ren Che Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ren Che Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $140,271 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $70,136 and the largest $80,271. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$140,271
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$70,136
- Largest grant$80,271
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $60,586 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 | $60,586 | 2 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $140,271 | 2 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Ren Che 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Ren Che Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $80,271 |
| Washington | 1 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| President and Fellows of Harvard College | To support the Climate-Smart Public Health | $80,271 |
| Spark Northwest | $30,000 - 2023 event match $30,000 - 2024 event match | $60,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kelly Chang
- Derek Wong
- Michael Chang
- Michele Wong
Questions people ask
Does Ren Che Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ren Che Foundation give?
$140,271 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $70,136.
Who runs Ren Che Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kelly Chang (President/Director), Derek Wong (Vice-President/Director), Michael Chang (Treasurer/Director) and Michele Wong (Secretary/Director).
What does Ren Che Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and health.