Joyful Mission Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joyful Mission Foundation is a private foundation in Cypress, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,220 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $20,000. 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$100,220
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$41,879
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $78,148 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 | $65,180 | 12 | $64,885 |
| 2024 | $78,148 | 12 | $64,493 |
| 2025 | $100,220 | 11 | $41,879 |
How to apply
Joyful Mission 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 Joyful Mission Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $53,460 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $17,400 |
| Washington | 1 | $9,360 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Develpment for Freedom Internationa | Christian mission | $20,000 |
| Individual | Christian mission | $18,000 |
| Individual | Cleft surgery | $17,400 |
| Individual | Child support | $9,360 |
| Harvest Mission International | Christian mission | $9,060 |
| Individual | Child right protection | $6,500 |
| Rainbow Family Inc | Single parent support | $5,100 |
| New Daybreak Ministry | Christian worship service | $4,200 |
| Individual | $4,200 | |
| GBC | Christian radio station | $3,400 |
| Grace Prison Ministry of Ca | Prison ministry | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Hoon S Kim
- Dong E Kim
- Richard C Kim
Questions people ask
Does Joyful Mission Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joyful Mission Foundation give?
$100,220 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs Joyful Mission Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hoon S Kim (President & CEO), Dong E Kim (Secretary) and Richard C Kim (Cfo).
What does Joyful Mission Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.