Aroma Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Aroma Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $378,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $105,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$378,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$105,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$8.6 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $438,050 the year before.
0% 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 | $438,050 | 4 | $5.7 million |
| 2024 | $378,000 | 3 | $8.6 million |
How to apply
Aroma 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 Aroma Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $105,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $250,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $23,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tucklets | Educational support for orphans | $250,000 |
| Aroma ROC Association | Promote public welfare and social services, to share beauty and knowledge | $105,000 |
| Chinese Overseas Christian Mission | Evangelical missionaries dedicated to reaching chinese for christ | $23,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Chung Yuan Chang
- Shirley Shiu Run Chang
- Huiling Zhangada
Questions people ask
Does Aroma Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Aroma Foundation give?
$378,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $105,000.
Who runs Aroma Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Chung Yuan Chang (President), Shirley Shiu Run Chang (Treasurer) and Huiling Zhangada (Secretary).
What does Aroma Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and human services.