Moonlight Inspiration Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Moonlight Inspiration Foundation is a private foundation in Cupertino, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,100 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$5,100
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2,850 the year before.
33% 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 | $3,057 | 4 | $973,509 |
| 2024 | $2,850 | 5 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $5,100 | 5 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Moonlight Inspiration 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 Moonlight Inspiration Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $800 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | To inspire conservation of the ocean. | $2,000 |
| School of Nursing UO Rochester | To build on our pioneering tradition of unifying nursing education, research, and practice as we pursue excellence in clinical and scientific learning, discovery, and nursing care within an environment of diversity and inclusion. | $1,000 |
| United Way of South Nevada | To unite our community to improve peoples lives. | $1,000 |
| Individual | To the provision of comprehensive, superior, multi-faceted programs of service to individuals with intellectual, developmental and related disabilities and their families regardless of race, gender, creed, economic status or age. | $800 |
| New Orleans Museum of Art | To preserve, present, and enrich its world-renowned collection and sculpture garden. | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Kuangwen Wu
- Vivian Juyueh Hsieh
Questions people ask
Does Moonlight Inspiration Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Moonlight Inspiration Foundation give?
$5,100 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Moonlight Inspiration Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kuangwen Wu (Ceo) and Vivian Juyueh Hsieh (Cfo).
What does Moonlight Inspiration Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and human services.