Kim Seong Choo & Myung Hee Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kim Seong Choo & Myung Hee Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $52,500 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $10,500. 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$52,500
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$10,500
- Assets$1.0 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $600 | 1 | $699,428 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $991,974 |
| 2025 | $52,500 | 7 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Kim Seong Choo & Myung Hee 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 Kim Seong Choo & Myung Hee Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $24,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $17,500 |
| New York | 1 | $10,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Doctors Without Borders | Providing medical care to people affected by conflict, disasters, epidemics and social exclusion | $10,500 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | Providing free medical care to injured and ill children | $10,500 |
| World Center Kitchen | Providing fresh meals in response to humanitarian, climate, and community crises | $10,500 |
| Amazon Conservation Association | Conservation of the amazon | $7,000 |
| Individual | $7,000 | |
| Lange Foundation | Saving impounded animals and providing them loving homes | $3,500 |
| The Mr Holland's Opus Foundation | Providing support services to school districts, musical instruments to underfunded music programs, giving youth access to music education | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Myung Hee Kim
- Abraham Kim
- Joseph Kim
- Jennifer Kim
Questions people ask
Does Kim Seong Choo & Myung Hee Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kim Seong Choo & Myung Hee Foundation give?
$52,500 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Kim Seong Choo & Myung Hee Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Myung Hee Kim (President), Abraham Kim (Treasurer), Joseph Kim (Vice President) and Jennifer Kim (Secretary).
What does Kim Seong Choo & Myung Hee Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and youth programs.