The Aiko Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Aiko Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $355,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$355,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$14.8 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $298,000 the year before.
22% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $241,500 | 12 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $298,000 | 11 | $10.1 million |
| 2025 | $355,500 | 12 | $14.8 million |
How to apply
The Aiko 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 Aiko Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 4 | $123,500 |
| California | 4 | $72,000 |
| New York | 2 | $60,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $50,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Museum of Science and Industry | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Northwestern University | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| One World Surgery | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Whitman College Board of Trustees | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| Stanford University | General & Unrestricted | $40,000 |
| United States Fund for UNICEF | General & Unrestricted | $35,000 |
| Loyola Marymount University | Seaver College of Science and Engineering; LMU Be a Lion Fund | $25,000 |
| United States Fund for UNICEF | Child Nutrition Fund | $25,000 |
| Glencoe Union Church | General & Unrestricted | $18,500 |
| African Women Rising | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Northwestern University | To Support the Dance Marathon | $5,000 |
| African Women Rising | Charitable Event | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald G Macpherson
- Kimberli Macpherson
Questions people ask
Does The Aiko Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Aiko Foundation give?
$355,500 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Aiko Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Donald G Macpherson (Dir, Sec) and Kimberli Macpherson (Dir, Pres, Treas).
What does The Aiko Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and international.