The Jao Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Jao Foundation is a private foundation in Huntington Beach, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $300,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$300,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was up from $130,100 the year before.
55% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $130,100 | 10 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $300,500 | 11 | $0 |
How to apply
The Jao 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 Jao Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $200,000 |
| California | 9 | $98,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University Education | Education | $200,000 |
| Temple Foundation | Donation | $60,000 |
| UCI Foundation | Donation | $25,000 |
| CA State Univ Long Beach | Education | $5,000 |
| Special Olympics Southern Californi | Donation | $2,500 |
| Westminster Chamber of Commerce | Donation | $2,500 |
| Asian American Senior Citizens | Donation | $2,000 |
| Vietnamese American Unif Ser Assn V | Donation | $2,000 |
| Vietnamese Christian Broadcast | Donation | $1,000 |
| Westminster Police Officers Associa | Donation | $250 |
| Rotary of Westminster | Donation | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Frank Jao
- Catherine TD Jao
- Lyna N Le
Questions people ask
Does The Jao Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Jao Foundation give?
$300,500 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs The Jao Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Frank Jao (President & CEO), Catherine TD Jao (Cfo) and Lyna N Le (Secretary).
What does The Jao Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and community development.