The Yonghua Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Yonghua Foundation is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $605,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $300,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$605,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$300,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$15.8 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $315,000 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 | $0 | 0 | $11.4 million |
| 2024 | $315,000 | 2 | $13.2 million |
| 2025 | $605,000 | 3 | $15.8 million |
How to apply
The Yonghua 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Yonghua Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $600,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Leland Stanford Junior University | Scholarships | $300,000 |
| Shanghai Jiao Tong University Found | Scholarships | $300,000 |
| Wellsley College | Scholarships | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Mao
- Raymond R Sun
Questions people ask
Does The Yonghua Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Yonghua Foundation give?
$605,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $300,000.
Who runs The Yonghua Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Daniel Mao (President) and Raymond R Sun (Cfo).
What does The Yonghua Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.