Polaris Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Polaris Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $30,700 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $17,500. 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$30,700
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$17,500
- Assets$637,628
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $19,000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $31,000 | 4 | $473,762 |
| 2023 | $19,000 | 3 | $596,994 |
| 2024 | $30,700 | 3 | $637,628 |
How to apply
Polaris 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 Polaris Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $8,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $17,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rolcc | Charitable | $17,500 |
| Taiwan Foundation for Disaster Relief | Charitable | $8,000 |
| Purdue Foundation | Charitable | $5,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael Y Tse
- Jessica Tse
Questions people ask
Does Polaris Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Polaris Family Foundation give?
$30,700 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Polaris Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael Y Tse (President) and Jessica Tse (Cfo).
What does Polaris Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and international.