Maiya and John Chen Foundation
Invitation OnlyIrvine, California · EIN 93-4770943 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$20K
Organizations funded1
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$221K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $20,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
Where it gives
100% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington University in St Louis | St Louis, MO | To support the institution's academic and research programs | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,000 | 1 |
| 2024 | $17,000 | 2 |
| 2023 | $3,333 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611259349103021
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 93-4770943
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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