SKB Foundation
Accepts applications
SKB Foundation is a private foundation in Sunnyvale, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $459,000 in 41 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$459,000
- Number of grants41
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$10.7 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $343,500 the year before.
57% 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 | $440,000 | 33 | $7.7 million |
| 2023 | $343,500 | 32 | $10.1 million |
| 2024 | $459,000 | 41 | $10.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Ho Tzu Yen 1257 Elko Drive, Sunnyvale, CA 94089 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (408) 747-1769, sandy.yen@mliusa.com |
| What to submit | No prescribed form |
| Restrictions | Individual recipients of the student loan program are restricted to applicants who: 1. Are of taiwanese or chinese origin 2. Reside in the san francisco bay area 3. Are a high school senior or a student in a post-secondary educational institution 4. Have a fairly good academic record 5. Are involved in the community or extra-curricular activities 6. Will use the funds provided to support post-secondary educational activities |
What SKB Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 24 | $278,000 |
| New York | 6 | $59,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $51,000 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $20,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $10,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $6,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan American Culture Center of East Bay (Tacc-Eb) | Tacc-eb project | $50,000 |
| Uc Berkeley Foundation | Cameron institute women's empowerment endowment | $50,000 |
| Greater Los Angeles Zoo Association | General operating support | $35,000 |
| ACLU Foundation | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Doctors for America | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Santa Monica Education Foundation | General operating support | $16,000 |
| East West Players | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Mathcounts Foundation | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Science From Scientists | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Society for Science | General operating support | $15,000 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety Support Fund | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Million Little | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Naspag (North American Society for Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology) | General operating support | $10,000 |
| People for the American Way Foundation | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Propublica | General operating support | $10,000 |
| T League RGT | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Teachaapi | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Uso | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Venice Family Clinic | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Wikimedia Foundation Inc | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Women Moving Millions | Women's empowement | $10,000 |
| Los Angeles Regional Food Bank | General operating support | $7,000 |
| Reading to Kids | General operating support | $7,000 |
| Fapa | General operating support | $6,000 |
| Natpa | General operating support | $6,000 |
| Taiwanese American Center | General operating support | $6,000 |
| Aaci | Women's shelter | $5,000 |
| Abls-Milpitas | Cultural development | $5,000 |
| Artists at Play | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Community Services Agency | Thanksgiving dinner | $5,000 |
| Freedom From Religion Foundation Inc | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Natwa | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Natwa-Nc | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments ( Save ) | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Tafnc | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Natsa (North American Taiwan Studies Association) | General operating support | $4,000 |
| Tai (Taiwanese Alliance for Interculture ) | General operating support | $4,000 |
| Taiwan Studies Inc | General operating support | $4,000 |
| Tac-Wc | Sponsoring a workshop hosted by felicia lin | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ho Tzu Yen
- Yung Tsai Yen
- Sophia Yen
Questions people ask
Does SKB Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does SKB Foundation give?
$459,000 in tax year 2024, across 41 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs SKB Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ho Tzu Yen (President), Yung Tsai Yen (Secretary) and Sophia Yen (Treasurer).
What does SKB Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, science and research and health.