The Chi-Li Pao Foundation USA
Preselected recipients only
The Chi-Li Pao Foundation USA is a private foundation in Stanford, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.3 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $2.0 million. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $257,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $244,000 | 8 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $257,000 | 7 | $4.1 million |
| 2025 | $2.3 million | 7 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
The Chi-Li Pao Foundation USA 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 The Chi-Li Pao Foundation USA funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $2.2 million |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $125,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Graduate fellowship fund | $2.0 million |
| Stanford Health Care | Ims-clp fund | $200,000 |
| Harvard Medical School | Reach scholarship | $50,000 |
| Harvard Medical School | Analytical chemestry core (acc) | $25,000 |
| Harvard Medical School | Global health | $25,000 |
| Harvard Medical School | Dean's board of fellows | $25,000 |
| Stanford University | Clp care hku enrichment year | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gloria S Kim
- Alan Yeung
- Sally Pei
- Yi Pang
Questions people ask
Does The Chi-Li Pao Foundation USA accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Chi-Li Pao Foundation USA give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Chi-Li Pao Foundation USA?
Its 2025 filing lists Gloria S Kim (Director and President), Alan Yeung (Director and Treasurer), Sally Pei (Director and Vice Presiden) and Yi Pang (Director and Secretary).
What does The Chi-Li Pao Foundation USA fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.