Friends of Soochow University
Preselected recipients only
Friends of Soochow University is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $1.2 million and the largest $1.2 million. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$1.2 million
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.3 million 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 | $1.3 million | 1 | $949,930 |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 1 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Friends of Soochow University 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 Friends of Soochow University funds
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Soochow University | To support various education departments, programs & lectures, various department scholarships, visiting scholars, and general support of soochow university. | $1.2 million |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Rada Jr
- Robert Oehler
- Eric Her
- Edward YH Lee
- Gilbert Tsao
- Debbie Chen
- Sue Chen
- Helene Lin
- lucy chiang
- eugenia henry
- Kenny Tang
- Sybil Chen
- Yee-Horn Shuai
- vanessa koo
Questions people ask
Does Friends of Soochow University accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Friends of Soochow University give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $1.2 million.
Who runs Friends of Soochow University?
Its 2024 filing lists Edward Rada Jr (President), Robert Oehler (Vice President), Eric Her (Treasurer) and Edward YH Lee (Assistant Treasurer) among 14 officers and trustees.
What does Friends of Soochow University fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.