Kuo Endowment
Preselected recipients only
Kuo Endowment is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$17,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,000 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $800 | 3 | $431,850 |
| 2024 | $1,000 | 2 | $882,283 |
| 2025 | $17,500 | 5 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Kuo Endowment 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.
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $10,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $6,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kuma Academy | To cultivate self-defense capability and will to defend Taiwan. | $10,000 |
| Taiwanese American Conference - WC | Foster fellowship and connection among Taiwanese Americans of all ages and genders, particularly on the West Coast. | $5,000 |
| Kqed | To provide people with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories. | $1,000 |
| Individual | We build the trusted, secure platform that people count on during their biggest moments to drive change. | $1,000 |
| Individual | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Kuanlin Kuo
- Chuan Chuan Wang
Questions people ask
Does Kuo Endowment accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kuo Endowment give?
$17,500 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Kuo Endowment?
Its 2025 filing lists Kuanlin Kuo (President & CEO) and Chuan Chuan Wang (Secretary & CFO).