Joyce and Frank Su Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joyce and Frank Su Foundation is a private foundation in Brea, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $155,800 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $65,000. 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$155,800
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$65,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $410,000 the year before.
40% 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 | $241,500 | 4 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $410,000 | 9 | $6.5 million |
| 2025 | $155,800 | 5 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
Joyce and Frank Su 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 Joyce and Frank Su Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $155,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation | promote missions of charity, education and humanity | $65,000 |
| Alliance Cultural Foundation International | promote missions of charity, education and humanity | $50,000 |
| Moringa for love | For the Myanmar earthquake | $20,000 |
| Hong Shin Buddhist Center | promote missions of charity, education and humanity | $18,000 |
| Fu Jen University Foundation | Promote missions of charity, education and humanity | $2,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Joyce Jan
- Chien-Hua Frank Su
Questions people ask
Does Joyce and Frank Su Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joyce and Frank Su Foundation give?
$155,800 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Joyce and Frank Su Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Joyce Jan (CEO and CFO) and Chien-Hua Frank Su (Secretary).
What does Joyce and Frank Su Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.