Tah Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tah Foundation is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $65,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$65,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$34.1 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $2,000 the year before.
83% 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 | $2,000 | 1 | $14.8 million |
| 2024 | $2,000 | 1 | $27.7 million |
| 2025 | $65,000 | 6 | $34.1 million |
How to apply
Tah 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 Tah Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $40,000 |
| California | 4 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwanese American Next Generation (Tang) | For the advancement of taiwanese history and culture | $40,000 |
| Taiwanese American Conference - West Coast | For the advancement of taiwanese history and culture | $10,000 |
| Princeton University Taiwanese American Student Association | For the advancement of taiwanese history and culture | $5,000 |
| Taiwanese American Citizens League | For the advancement of taiwanese history and culture | $5,000 |
| North American Taiwanese Women's Association | For the advancement of taiwanese history and culture | $3,000 |
| Irvine Taiwanese Presbytarian Church | For the advancement of taiwanese history and culture | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- George Cheng
- Clifford Cheng
- Jean Cheng
Questions people ask
Does Tah Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tah Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Tah Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists George Cheng (President), Clifford Cheng (Vice President) and Jean Cheng (Treasurer).
What does Tah Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.