J & M Lam Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
J & M Lam Family Foundation is a private foundation in South San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,050 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $375 and the largest $33,000. 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$45,050
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$375
- Largest grant$33,000
- Assets$959,679
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $44,050 the year before.
75% 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 | $40,000 | 4 | $792,248 |
| 2024 | $44,050 | 4 | $877,114 |
| 2025 | $45,050 | 8 | $959,679 |
How to apply
J & M Lam Family 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 J & M Lam Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $45,050 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco Chinatown Lion Club Foundation | Donation | $33,000 |
| River of Life Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| San Jose Chinese Alliance Church | Donation | $1,000 |
| Chinatown Community Development Center | Donation | $500 |
| The Salvation Army Goldedn State | Donation | $250 |
| Brlingame Police Officers Assocation | Donation | $100 |
| Sspfa Survior Benefit Foundation | Donation | $100 |
| Mills Peninsula Hospital Foundation | Donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Johnson Lam
- Mabel Lam
- Eric Chen
- Vincent Lam
- Vivian Chen
- Diane Lam
Questions people ask
Does J & M Lam Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J & M Lam Family Foundation give?
$45,050 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $375.
Who runs J & M Lam Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Johnson Lam (Director/President), Mabel Lam (Director/V.p.), Eric Chen (Secretary) and Vincent Lam (Treasurer) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does J & M Lam Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.