Ardor Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ardor Foundation is a private foundation in Milpitas, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $25,007 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $7,860. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$25,007
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$7,860
- Assets$708,880
- New grantees5%
Giving in 2024 was up from $20,842 the year before.
5% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $20,842 | 21 | $647,107 |
| 2024 | $25,007 | 22 | $708,880 |
How to apply
Ardor 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 Ardor Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $12,900 |
| Washington | 1 | $7,860 |
| New York | 1 | $1,447 |
| District of Columbia | 4 | $1,200 |
| Maryland | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $400 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| World Vision | Donation | $7,860 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Donation | $4,800 |
| Uc Santa Barbara Foundation | Donation | $2,000 |
| Chinese Christian Herald Crusades | Donation | $1,447 |
| Uc Berkeley Foundation | Donation | $1,200 |
| Uc San Diego Foundation | Donation | $1,200 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA | Donation | $1,000 |
| Lucile Packard Foundation | Donation | $800 |
| Cityteam Ministries | Donation | $700 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | Donation | $600 |
| Special Olympics | Donation | $600 |
| Kqed | Donation | $400 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Donation | $300 |
| American Red Cross | Donation | $300 |
| Habitat for Humanity East Bay | Donation | $300 |
| Save Our Shores | Donation | $300 |
| The Health Trust | Donation | $300 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Donation | $200 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Donation | $200 |
| The Nature Conservancy | Donation | $200 |
| World Wildlife Fund | Donation | $200 |
| AARP Foundation | Donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Hsing Yuan
- Janejane Hsu
Questions people ask
Does Ardor Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ardor Foundation give?
$25,007 in tax year 2024, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Ardor Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Hsing Yuan (President & CEO) and Janejane Hsu (Cfo).
What does Ardor Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, environment and conservation and health.