Taeyoung & Hwaja Choi Foundation I
Preselected recipients only
Taeyoung & Hwaja Choi Foundation I is a private foundation in Gardena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,100 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $3,000. 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$7,100
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$323,431
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was down from $23,000 the year before.
60% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $29,000 | 4 | $354,106 |
| 2024 | $23,000 | 4 | $324,986 |
| 2025 | $7,100 | 5 | $323,431 |
How to apply
Taeyoung & Hwaja Choi Foundation I 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 Taeyoung & Hwaja Choi Foundation I funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $7,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Great Mission & Commandment Cen the Great Mission & Commandment Center | Mission | $3,000 |
| Korean Evangelical Zion Church Korea Evangelical Zion Church | Mission | $1,100 |
| The Elders Choir of Southern Calif the Elders Choir of Southern California | Mission | $1,000 |
| Poco Foundation Poco Foundation | Mission | $1,000 |
| Holy City Holy City | Mission | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David H Choi
- Taeyoung Choi
- Hwaja Choi
Questions people ask
Does Taeyoung & Hwaja Choi Foundation I accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Taeyoung & Hwaja Choi Foundation I give?
$7,100 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Taeyoung & Hwaja Choi Foundation I?
Its 2025 filing lists David H Choi (President), Taeyoung Choi (Secretary) and Hwaja Choi (Cfo).
What does Taeyoung & Hwaja Choi Foundation I fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.