The Hsieh Christian Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hsieh Christian Foundation is a private foundation in Washougal, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $202,900 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 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$202,900
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees4%
Giving in 2025 was up from $186,300 the year before.
4% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $183,700 | 27 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $186,300 | 27 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $202,900 | 27 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Hsieh Christian 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 The Hsieh Christian Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California. It also paid $12,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $123,700 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $19,600 |
| Illinois | 1 | $12,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $6,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $6,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $6,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $4,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $4,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,600 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| China Soul for Christ | General operating | $25,000 |
| Overseas Campus Ministries Inc | General operating | $24,000 |
| Ambassadors for Christ Inc | General operating | $12,000 |
| Campus Evangelical Fellowship Inc | General operating | $12,000 |
| Christian Born Anew Fellowship | General operating | $12,000 |
| Gospel Operation International (USA) | General operating | $12,000 |
| Village Gospel Mission | General operating | $12,000 |
| The Blessings Cultural Mission Fellowship | General and missionary support | $10,800 |
| China Evangelical Seminary Association Inc | General operating | $6,000 |
| China Evangelical Seminary North America | General operating | $6,000 |
| Christian Renewal Ministries Inc | General operating | $6,000 |
| Family Keepers Inc | General operating | $6,000 |
| Jews for Jesus | General operating | $6,000 |
| Prisoners for Christ Outreach Ministries | General operating | $6,000 |
| The Media Evangelism Association-Usa | General operating | $6,000 |
| New Creation Life Ministries Inc | Missionary support | $4,800 |
| 9MARKS | General operating | $4,000 |
| Christian Counseling and Education Foundation | General operating | $4,000 |
| The Master's Seminary | General operating | $4,000 |
| The Voice of the Martyrs | General operating | $4,000 |
| Agape Way | General operating | $3,600 |
| China Outreach Ministries | Missionary support | $3,600 |
| The Navigators | Missionary support | $3,600 |
| Vision Team International (USA) Inc | Missionary support | $3,600 |
| Omf International Inc | Missionary support | $2,400 |
| Educational Resources & Referrals - China | General operating | $2,000 |
| Echo Inc | General operating | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Wen-Jai Hsieh
- Pai-Her Hsieh
- Shirley Chen
- Stephen Chen
Questions people ask
Does The Hsieh Christian Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hsieh Christian Foundation give?
$202,900 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The Hsieh Christian Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Wen-Jai Hsieh (Chairman), Pai-Her Hsieh (Secretary), Shirley Chen (Treasurer) and Stephen Chen (Director).
What does The Hsieh Christian Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and education.