JTB Cultural Exchange Corporation
Preselected recipients only
JTB Cultural Exchange Corporation is a private foundation in Torrance, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $204,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $180,000. 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$204,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$180,000
- Assets$756,347
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $123,000 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 | $71,000 | 10 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $123,000 | 11 | $944,199 |
| 2025 | $204,000 | 11 | $756,347 |
How to apply
JTB Cultural Exchange Corporation 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 JTB Cultural Exchange Corporation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 6 | $189,000 |
| New York | 2 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Honolulu Festival Foundation | Cultural exchange (honolulu festival) | $180,000 |
| US Japan Council | Educational and cultural exchange | $5,000 |
| Japan Society | Educational and cultural exchange | $3,000 |
| Japanese Food Culture Association | Cultural exchange (food) | $3,000 |
| Hawaii United Okinawa Association | Cultural exchange (okinawa community) | $2,000 |
| Honolulu Japanese Junior Chamber of Commerce | Educational and cultural exchange (community) | $2,000 |
| Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Chicago Inc | Educational and cultural exchange (community) | $2,000 |
| Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii | Cultural exchange (japanese immigrants) | $2,000 |
| JCC Fund | Educational and cultural exchange (community) | $2,000 |
| JTB Goodwill Foundation | Educational and cultural exchange (community) | $2,000 |
| Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii | Cultural exchange (religious) | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Toshinori Tatezawa
- Daisuke Okamoto
Questions people ask
Does JTB Cultural Exchange Corporation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does JTB Cultural Exchange Corporation give?
$204,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs JTB Cultural Exchange Corporation?
Its 2025 filing lists Toshinori Tatezawa (President and Ceo) and Daisuke Okamoto (Sec., Treas. & Cfo).
What does JTB Cultural Exchange Corporation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and community development.