Aje Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Aje Foundation is a private foundation in Chino Hills, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $50,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$50,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$59,025
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $43,000 | 3 | $36,525 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 3 | $105,275 |
| 2025 | $50,000 | 5 | $59,025 |
How to apply
Aje 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 Aje Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Health Family Mission | To support mentally ill children | $10,000 |
| Olive Crest | To support foster orphans | $10,000 |
| Orangewood Foundation | To support foster youth in need | $10,000 |
| Valley Korean Comm Church | To support children's ministsry | $10,000 |
| Sola Network | To connect and educate leaders | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Yi
- Jung Yi
- Sean Moore
Questions people ask
Does Aje Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Aje Foundation give?
$50,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Aje Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew Yi (President), Jung Yi (Secretary) and Sean Moore (Director).
What does Aje Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, faith communities and human services.