E Nakamichi Foundation
Preselected recipients only
E Nakamichi Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $87,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$87,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was down from $90,355 the year before.
78% 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 | $72,882 | 15 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $90,355 | 20 | $6.2 million |
| 2025 | $87,000 | 18 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
E Nakamichi 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What E Nakamichi Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $42,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $5,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Regents of University of California | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Santa Rosa Symphony | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| New York Philharmonic | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Musica Angelica | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Boston YouthSymphony | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Chamber Music Northwest | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Carnegie Hall | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Chicago Symphony | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Pacific Symphony | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| La Donnna Musicale | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Santa Fe Pro Musica | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Chamber Music Hawaii | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Segerstrom Center | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Chanticleer | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Opera | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| Promusica Chamber Orchestra | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| White Ash Broadcasting | To promote classical music | $5,000 |
| KPCC Southern California Public Radio | To promote classical music | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Yas Yamazaki
- Mina Yamazaki
- Gayle Yamazaki
Questions people ask
Does E Nakamichi Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does E Nakamichi Foundation give?
$87,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs E Nakamichi Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Yas Yamazaki (Ceo), Mina Yamazaki (Cfo) and Gayle Yamazaki (President).
What does E Nakamichi Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.