The Robin-Hwajin Yoon Kim Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Robin-Hwajin Yoon Kim Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $534,610 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $222,200. 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$534,610
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$222,200
- Assets$10.5 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $493,897 the year before.
44% 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 | $464,831 | 27 | $0 |
| 2024 | $493,897 | 27 | $0 |
| 2025 | $534,610 | 19 | $10.5 million |
How to apply
The Robin-Hwajin Yoon Kim 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 Robin-Hwajin Yoon Kim Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 15 | $444,110 |
| New York | 2 | $60,500 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Korean American Foundation | General | $222,200 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund | General | $73,000 |
| Columbia University | General | $50,000 |
| UCLA Foundation | General | $42,600 |
| UCLA Foundation | General | $25,000 |
| Boston University Tanglewood | General | $20,000 |
| Care | General | $15,000 |
| Vassar College | General | $10,500 |
| Loyola Marymount University | General | $10,000 |
| Sogang Alumni America | General | $10,000 |
| Harvard-Westlake School | General | $10,000 |
| Northfield Mount Hermon | General | $10,000 |
| Vision to Learn | General | $10,000 |
| Korean American Scholarship Foundation | General | $8,000 |
| Global Media It | General | $6,000 |
| Kafa | General | $5,780 |
| Korean American Coalition | General | $4,000 |
| Gyopo | General | $2,500 |
| Advancing Justice-La | General | $30 |
Officers and trustees
- Robin-Hwajin Kim
Questions people ask
Does The Robin-Hwajin Yoon Kim Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Robin-Hwajin Yoon Kim Foundation give?
$534,610 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Robin-Hwajin Yoon Kim Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robin-Hwajin Kim (Trustee).
What does The Robin-Hwajin Yoon Kim Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.