Efa Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Efa Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $650,184 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $497,234. 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$650,184
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$497,234
- Assets$23.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $249,104 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $136,000 | 8 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $249,104 | 9 | $17.5 million |
| 2025 | $650,184 | 5 | $23.1 million |
How to apply
Efa 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 Efa Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $547,234 |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $1,750 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The King's Academy | For a Christ-centered school that inspires academic excellence, servant leadership, and enduring relationships. | $497,234 |
| Home School Legal Defense Associati | To make homeschooling possible. We know that homeschooling isnt the best fit for everyone, and thats okay. Whats important is that every family, regardless of ethnicity, religious background, or economic status, has the freedom to choose how their children are educatedand the support they need to help their children flourish. | $100,000 |
| The King's Academy | For a Christ-centered school that inspires academic excellence, servant leadership, and enduring relationships. | $50,000 |
| Individual | To believe a daily rhythm of seeking intimacy with God has the power to transform lives. Thats why YouVersion creates biblically centered, culturally relevant experiences that encourage and challenge people to seek God throughout each day. Its through these experiences we create opportunities fit for anyones daily routine, ultimately helping them form a spiritually-rich rhythm of seeking God intimately. | $1,750 |
| RevelationMedia | To produce and license culturally relevant and engaging media that leads people into a relationship with our Creator. Translate the media into the top languages of the World alongside global ministry partners. Distribute the media, making it freely available to the missionary. | $1,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Chang
- Helena Lin
Questions people ask
Does Efa Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Efa Foundation give?
$650,184 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Efa Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Chang (Secretary & CFO) and Helena Lin (Ceo).
What does Efa Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.