K & W Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
K & W Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,170 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $25,360. 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$71,170
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$25,360
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was up from $58,550 the year before.
36% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $29,665 | 15 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $58,550 | 16 | $2.2 million |
| 2025 | $71,170 | 14 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
K & W 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 K & W Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $68,970 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dachen Rang Dharma Center | Charitable contribution | $25,360 |
| Chinese American Coalition for Compassio | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation | Charitable contribution | $17,000 |
| Heart of Hope Asian American Hospice | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Chung Tai International Chan Buddhist As | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Dharma Drum Mountain Buddhist Assoc | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Karma Rimay O Sal Ling | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| American National Red Cross | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Artssv | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Alzheimers Disease and Related Disorders | Charitable contribution | $810 |
| University of California San Francisco F | Charitable contribution | $500 |
| Sjdanceco | Charitable contribution | $300 |
| Baps Endowment Inc | Charitable contribution | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Jeng-Yun Chen
- Yaw Jeng K Hwang
Questions people ask
Does K & W Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does K & W Family Foundation give?
$71,170 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs K & W Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jeng-Yun Chen (Director/Secret) and Yaw Jeng K Hwang (Director/Presid).
What does K & W Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.