Adesso Nonprofit Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Adesso Nonprofit Foundation is a private foundation in Walnut, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,815 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $4,446 and the largest $13,013. 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$120,815
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$4,446
- Largest grant$13,013
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2025 was down from $121,285 the year before.
53% 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 | $142,331 | 14 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $121,285 | 16 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $120,815 | 28 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Adesso Nonprofit 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 Adesso Nonprofit Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 26 | $109,815 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wvusd | Charitable contribution | $13,013 |
| Diamond Bar High School | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Dbcaa | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of Greenville co TD Synnex Share the Magic | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Chinese American Parents Association of Walnut | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| Dbcaa | Charitable contribution | $9,998 |
| Diamond Bar High School | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Wvusd | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Walnut Diamond Bar Station Fund | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Diamond Bar High School | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Sacpaa | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Capadbhs | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Chinese American Professionals Association | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Dbcaa | Charitable contribution | $4,895 |
| Chinese American Professionals Association | Charitable contribution | $3,998 |
| Cmasc | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Taiwanese-American Charmber of Commerce of Greater Los Angeles | Charitable contribution | $1,799 |
| Ntuaasc | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Chinese American Professionals Association | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
| Walnut Diamond Bar Station Fund | Charitable contribution | $1,130 |
| Thmasc | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Ntuadf | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Diamond Bar Friends of the Library | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Dbcaa | Charitable contribution | $979 |
| Dbcaa | Charitable contribution | $903 |
| Dbcaa | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Dbcaa | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Dbcaa | Charitable contribution | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Shaolun Ku
Questions people ask
Does Adesso Nonprofit Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Adesso Nonprofit Foundation give?
$120,815 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $4,446.
Who runs Adesso Nonprofit Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shaolun Ku (Ceo).
What does Adesso Nonprofit Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.