Kan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kan Foundation is a private foundation in San Ramon, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $11,020 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $450 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$11,020
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$450
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees90%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8,900 the year before.
90% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $9,880 | 7 | $809,037 |
| 2023 | $8,900 | 9 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $11,020 | 10 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Kan 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 Kan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California. It also paid $5,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $2,900 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $400 |
| Arizona | 1 | $300 |
| Florida | 1 | $200 |
| New York | 1 | $200 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $20 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dashu elementary school | Educational | $5,000 |
| Chinese church in Chris | Charitable | $2,400 |
| Harvest Chinese Christian church | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Hillsdale college | Educational | $500 |
| UCLA | Educational | $500 |
| Judicial watch | Charitable | $400 |
| TP USA | Charitable | $300 |
| Japan ICU foundation | Charitable | $200 |
| University of central Florida | Educational | $200 |
| Samaritans | Charitable | $20 |
Officers and trustees
- Akira Kan
- NAMI Kan
Questions people ask
Does Kan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kan Foundation give?
$11,020 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $450.
Who runs Kan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Akira Kan (Ceo) and NAMI Kan (Cfo).
What does Kan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.