Miao Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Miao Family Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $353,500 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $176,750 and the largest $350,000. 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$353,500
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$176,750
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$6.9 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $250,000 | 1 | $3.8 million |
| 2023 | $5,000 | 1 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $353,500 | 2 | $6.9 million |
How to apply
Miao 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 Miao Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $350,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Carnegie Mellon University | Education | $350,000 |
| The Harker School | Education | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nan Zhao
Questions people ask
Does Miao Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Miao Family Foundation give?
$353,500 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $176,750.
Who runs Miao Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Nan Zhao (Founder).
What does Miao Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.