DDMBA LA Foundation
The Organization operates under the following philosophy and ultimate long term goals. Our Principle Uplift the character of all mankind, build a Pure Land on Earth. Our Spirit Offer ourselves for the benefit of all. Our Direction Embrace the original intention of Buddha, advance the purification of the world.
DDMBA LA Foundation at a glance
In short: DDMBA LA Foundation gave $133K across 3 grants in 2025 (avg $44K), mostly in California. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $133,281
- Grants made (2025)
- 3
- Average grant
- $44,427
- Median grant
- $43,800
- Total assets
- $10,762,983
- +1.1% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- California (70% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
Who DDMBA LA Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Arcadia Fire Department Foundation ($50K). Together the top 3 received $133K.
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 3 (67%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 3 grants totaling $133K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arcadia Fire Department Foundation Arcadia, CA | To sopport firefighters and volunteers | $50,000 |
| Saint Marks School Altadena Altadena, CA | Rebbuild after 2024 Eatoon fire | $43,800 |
| Dharma Drum Mountain Association Inc Elmhurst, NY | Myanmar Earthquake Relief | $39,481 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,762,983 | $935,228 | $816,171 | $133,281 | 3 | $113,005 |
| 2024 | $10,643,929 | $1,487,484 | $860,471 | — | — | $137,923 |
| 2023 | $10,016,914 | $905,411 | $455,093 | — | — | $113,552 |
| 2022 | $9,586,596 | $831,234 | $335,876 | — | — | $16,309 |
| 2021 | $9,091,238 | $751,993 | $240,738 | — | — | $5,863 |
| 2020 | $8,580,051 | $496,202 | $242,380 | — | — | $13,351 |
About DDMBA LA Foundation
Based on IRS filings
DDMBA LA Foundation is a public charity focused on religion, based in El Monte, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $10.8M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 3 grants totaling $133K. Net investment income was $113K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
DDMBA LA Foundation is led by Chu Hao-Wen Ven Chang Xiang, CEO & Vice President on every filing since 2021; 1 of 7 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Chu Hao-Wen Ven Chang Xiang
CEO & Vice President
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Hung Hung-Lung Ven Guo Hui
President
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chang Johnson
Director
On filings since 2020
8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Luh Wen-Song Ven Chang Wu
Director
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Chin Gary
Director
On filings since 2021
8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lin Sarah
Director
On filings since 2021
8 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Li-Chuan Huang Ven Chang Tong
CFO & Secretary
CFO & Security → CFO & Secretary, 2025
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$800 (2023) → $1K (2025)
Former officers (5)
- Former: Chiu Yuk Lan Ven Chang Yue (2021–2022) — CFO & Security
- Former: Hsiaowei Jen (2020) — Director
- Former: Lifeng Wang (2020) — Director
- Former: Yuan-Chih Nieh Ven Chang Xing (2020) — CEO & Vice President
- Former: Yuk Lan Chiu Ven Chang Yue (2020) — CFO & Security
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $1K, to Li-Chuan Huang Ven Chang Tong (CFO/Secretary).
Frequently asked questions about DDMBA LA Foundation
How much does DDMBA LA Foundation give each year?
DDMBA LA Foundation gave $133K across 3 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
What is DDMBA LA Foundation's typical grant size?
DDMBA LA Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $43,800, and its average grant was $44,427, across 3 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does DDMBA LA Foundation give grants?
DDMBA LA Foundation gives mostly in California: 70% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was New York (30%).
Does DDMBA LA Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on DDMBA LA Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
How large is DDMBA LA Foundation?
DDMBA LA Foundation reported $10.8M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $935K.
What is DDMBA LA Foundation?
DDMBA LA Foundation is a public charity focused on religion, based in El Monte, CA. It holds $10.8M in total assets as of 2025.
What is DDMBA LA Foundation's EIN?
DDMBA LA Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 51-0629621. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 6, 2026)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 14, 2026)
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