Laygend Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Laygend Foundation is a private foundation in Rancho Santa Fe, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $18.7 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $5.0 million and the largest $11.2 million. 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$18.7 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$5.0 million
- Largest grant$11.2 million
- Assets$113 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $7.5 million the year before.
67% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7.5 million | 2 | $0 |
| 2024 | $18.7 million | 3 | $113 million |
How to apply
Laygend 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 Laygend Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $11.2 million |
| Missouri | 1 | $5.0 million |
| California | 1 | $2.5 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard Brigham and Women Hospital | General | $11.2 million |
| Washington University | General | $5.0 million |
| Regents of University of California | General | $2.5 million |
Officers and trustees
- Jeng-Guang Lay
- Nan Jiang
- Mintsen Chen
Questions people ask
Does Laygend Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Laygend Foundation give?
$18.7 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $5.0 million.
Who runs Laygend Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jeng-Guang Lay (President & Ceo), Nan Jiang (Secretary) and Mintsen Chen (Treasurer).
What does Laygend Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and education.