Freshwind Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Freshwind Foundation is a private foundation in Fremont, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $226,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$226,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was down from $301,000 the year before.
10% 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 | $197,000 | 13 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $301,000 | 10 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $226,000 | 11 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Freshwind 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 Freshwind Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California. It also paid $75,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $121,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Church in Taipei | Religious - mission | $75,000 |
| Asian Health Services | Health care | $60,000 |
| Worldwide Bible Society | Religious - mission | $30,000 |
| Nehemiah International Service | Religious - mission | $12,000 |
| Ambassadors for Christ | Religious - mission | $10,000 |
| The Media Evangelism Association US | Religious - mission | $10,000 |
| Africa Inland Mission International | Religious - mission | $10,000 |
| Omf US | Religious - mission | $10,000 |
| Village Gospel Mission | Religious - mission | $3,000 |
| Christian Song-Zhu Caring Ministrie | Religious - mission | $3,000 |
| Individual | Religious - mission | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Charles K Chang
- Grace T Wu
Questions people ask
Does Freshwind Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Freshwind Foundation give?
$226,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Freshwind Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Charles K Chang (President) and Grace T Wu (Secretary).
What does Freshwind Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.