Lin and Yih Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lin and Yih Family Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $14,000. 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$17,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$14,000
- Assets$412,478
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,280 the year before.
50% 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 | $13,000 | 4 | $302,360 |
| 2024 | $16,280 | 3 | $329,218 |
| 2025 | $17,000 | 4 | $412,478 |
How to apply
Lin and Yih 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 Lin and Yih Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $14,000 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $1,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University | Educational purposes | $14,000 |
| Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation | Educational and medical purposes | $1,000 |
| Lancaster International Piano Festival | Educational purposes | $1,000 |
| American Online Giving Foundation (La Wildfire Disaster Relief Campaign) | Community support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Chengpin Lin
- Weilin Yih
Questions people ask
Does Lin and Yih Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lin and Yih Family Foundation give?
$17,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Lin and Yih Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Chengpin Lin (Vpdir) and Weilin Yih (Pressectre).
What does Lin and Yih Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.