Sapphire Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Sapphire Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $24,800 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $4,250 and the largest $5,800. 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$24,800
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$4,250
- Largest grant$5,800
- Assets$755,304
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $11,000 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 | $25,800 | 13 | $593,503 |
| 2024 | $11,000 | 6 | $710,958 |
| 2025 | $24,800 | 6 | $755,304 |
How to apply
Sapphire Foundation Inc 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 Sapphire Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $24,800 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Fire Department | Charitable contribution | $5,800 |
| Carver Parent Party | Charitable contribution | $5,500 |
| J Paul Getty Trust | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Koreatown Youth and Community Center | Charitable contribution | $3,500 |
| Los Angeles Arboretum Foundation | Charitable contribution | $3,500 |
| Huntington Library | Charitable contribution | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Elvin Kay
- Hank Su
- Ann Hoang-Kay
- Roger Su
Questions people ask
Does Sapphire Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sapphire Foundation Inc give?
$24,800 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $4,250.
Who runs Sapphire Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Elvin Kay (President/Ceo), Hank Su (Treasurer/Cfo), Ann Hoang-Kay (Non-Voting/Director) and Roger Su (Secretary/Director).
What does Sapphire Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.