The HAPA Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The HAPA Foundation is a private foundation in Fullerton, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $15,800 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$15,800
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$306,420
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $10,980 the year before.
33% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $10,500 | 5 | $291,989 |
| 2022 | $12,900 | 7 | $197,469 |
| 2023 | $10,980 | 9 | $235,485 |
| 2024 | $15,800 | 9 | $306,420 |
How to apply
The HAPA 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 The HAPA Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $15,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Synngman Rhee | To educate high school students about the first president of South Korea. | $5,000 |
| Kyong Dong High Assoc | To support high school alumni activities including annual conference. | $3,000 |
| Orange Mission Choir | To support the choir activities providing music to local community. | $2,000 |
| Fullerton Presbyterian Chourch | To support local missionary activites provided by the church. | $2,000 |
| Mugooghwa Choir | To support the choir activities providing seasonal concerts to local community. | $2,000 |
| Joy Center for Disabled | To support the organization providing various services to disabled. | $500 |
| GBC | To support gospel broadcasting company. | $500 |
| Hanyong Kim Missionary | To support local missionary activites provided by the church. | $500 |
| Wounded Soliders | To support local USO activities. | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Kye Hwan Kim
- Chong S Kim
- Harry Kim
- Paul Kim
Questions people ask
Does The HAPA Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The HAPA Foundation give?
$15,800 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The HAPA Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kye Hwan Kim (Trustee), Chong S Kim (Trustee), Harry Kim (Trustee) and Paul Kim (Trustee).
What does The HAPA Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.