Golden Pines Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Golden Pines Foundation is a private foundation in Hacienda Heights, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $7,500. 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$45,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$514,649
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $18,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $13,500 | 4 | $426,771 |
| 2024 | $18,500 | 8 | $481,346 |
| 2025 | $45,500 | 10 | $514,649 |
How to apply
Golden Pines 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 Golden Pines Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $34,500 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwanese American Scholarship Fund | General usegeneral use | $7,500 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund | General use | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General use | $5,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | General use | $5,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | General use | $5,000 |
| Americares | General use | $5,000 |
| California Community Foundation | General use | $5,000 |
| Pasadena Community Foundation | General use | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General use | $2,000 |
| ASPCA | General use | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Helena Yao
- Greta Yao
- Irene Wei
Questions people ask
Does Golden Pines Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Golden Pines Foundation give?
$45,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Golden Pines Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Helena Yao (President), Greta Yao (Treasurer) and Irene Wei (Secretary).
What does Golden Pines Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and animals.