J F Zee Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
J F Zee Family Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $18,000. 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$31,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$188,024
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $34,000 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 | $36,000 | 3 | $202,328 |
| 2024 | $34,000 | 4 | $191,728 |
| 2025 | $31,000 | 4 | $188,024 |
How to apply
J F Zee 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 F Zee Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $31,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwanese American Scholarship Fund | Scholarship support | $18,000 |
| The Chandler School | Annual fund | $6,000 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund | Asian women leadership in philanthropy fund | $5,000 |
| The Westridge School for Girls | Annual fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Howard Zee
- Kelvin Zee
- Jonathan Zee
- Tiffany Chu
- Patricia Chu
- Patrick Liang
Questions people ask
Does J F Zee Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does J F Zee Family Foundation give?
$31,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs J F Zee Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Howard Zee (President), Kelvin Zee (Vice-President), Jonathan Zee (Treasurer) and Tiffany Chu (Secretary) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does J F Zee Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.