Minsley Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Minsley Foundation is a private foundation in Fullerton, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $57,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $15,000. 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$57,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$15,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $62,075 the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $43,600 | 7 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $62,075 | 9 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $57,000 | 7 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Minsley 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 Minsley Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in California. It also paid $20,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $37,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seoul National University | Education | $15,000 |
| Nasung Church | Mission | $10,000 |
| Stanford University | Education | $10,000 |
| Korean American Center | Community | $10,000 |
| Individual | Community | $5,000 |
| Korean American Special Education | Education | $5,000 |
| Fullerton Police Officer | Community | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- TaeJin Song
- Oaklan Song
Questions people ask
Does Minsley Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Minsley Foundation give?
$57,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Minsley Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists TaeJin Song (Trustee) and Oaklan Song (Trustee).
What does Minsley Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and international.