Denali Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Denali Foundation is a private foundation in Anchorage, Alaska. In tax year 2025 it gave $72,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $11,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$72,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$11,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,000 the year before.
80% of its 2025 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 | $30,000 | 2 | $550,378 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 3 | $817,453 |
| 2025 | $72,000 | 5 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Denali 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 Denali Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Alaska.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska | 3 | $61,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peace Ministry | General support for public charity | $30,000 |
| Korean School Foundation Anchorage Korean Language School | General support for public charity | $20,000 |
| Kor-Ame Commuity of Anchorage | General support for public charity | $11,000 |
| Council of Korean Americans | General support for public charity | $10,000 |
| Jubilee Music Academy | General support for public charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Chuck Kim
- Suejean S Kim
Questions people ask
Does Denali Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Denali Foundation give?
$72,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $11,000.
Who runs Denali Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Chuck Kim (Ceo & Secret) and Suejean S Kim (President).
What does Denali Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.