TAO Aspire Foundation
Preselected recipients only
TAO Aspire Foundation is a private foundation in Campbell, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $11,042 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $429 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$11,042
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$429
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$260,332
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $10,880 the year before.
42% 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 | $8,861 | 22 | $214,291 |
| 2023 | $10,880 | 20 | $0 |
| 2024 | $11,042 | 19 | $260,332 |
How to apply
TAO Aspire 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 TAO Aspire Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 17 | $10,113 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
| Washington | 1 | $429 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Be the Change Program | Empowering Young Asian professionals to professionally aspire to their highest level | $3,000 |
| Kqed Public Radio | Local PUBLIC RADIO | $1,000 |
| Home of Christ Cupertino HOC5 | Chinese christian church org | $1,000 |
| Stanford University Gifting | Ein: 94-1156365 | $650 |
| Stream Of Praise Music Ministries | Tax-exempt since Feb. 1997 EIN: 95-4586110 | $522 |
| Nature Conservancy | Public environmental organization - domestic & international work | $515 |
| Ocean Conservancy | Protecting the worlds oceans | $500 |
| SCU Alumni Association | Alumni giving - EIN: 94-1156617 CA 408 554-4000 | $500 |
| University Of Virginia Alumni Assoc | UVA Alumni EIN: 54-0485595 | $500 |
| World Vision | Matching gifts for Africas poorest children - Monthly debit of $39 | $429 |
| Sempervirens Fund | Preserving and maintaining Californias Redwoods | $375 |
| Chinese Church in Christ CCIC | Chinese christian church org | $307 |
| Health4TheWorld | EIN # is 81-4405671 | $300 |
| CityTeam Ministeries | Helping San Jose families and the homeless | $258 |
| Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital | Aiding children in need @ Stanford hospital | $250 |
| Scape Aasf | Chinese American Physicians | $250 |
| Bupt | Donation to 501c3 org EIN: 81-4215945 | $239 |
| Family Giving Tree | Giving to needy Bay Area families | $225 |
| Chinese Worldwide Gospel Mission | Ein: 51-0183991 | $222 |
Officers and trustees
- Yanmin Tao
- Laurence D Hale
Questions people ask
Does TAO Aspire Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does TAO Aspire Foundation give?
$11,042 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $429.
Who runs TAO Aspire Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Yanmin Tao (Cfo) and Laurence D Hale (Ceo).
What does TAO Aspire Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.