The Asia Group Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Asia Group Foundation is a private foundation in Washington, District of Columbia. In tax year 2024 it gave $148,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$148,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$73,826
- New grantees18%
Giving in 2024 was down from $179,500 the year before.
18% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $179,500 | 16 | $8,510 |
| 2024 | $148,000 | 11 | $73,826 |
How to apply
The Asia Group 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 Asia Group Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 7 | $79,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $30,000 |
| California | 1 | $27,500 |
| Nevada | 1 | $10,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Association for Urban Debate League | General support | $30,000 |
| Running Start | General support | $30,000 |
| Uc San Diego Foundation | General support | $27,500 |
| International Student Conferences Inc | General support | $16,000 |
| Miriam's Kitchen | General support | $10,500 |
| Rhino 911 | General support | $10,000 |
| Street Wise Partners | General support | $10,000 |
| City Blossoms | General support | $7,000 |
| National Association of Japan-American Societies | General support | $5,000 |
| Sejong Society | General support | $1,000 |
| Global Giving | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Rexon Ryu
- Nirav Patel
- Ashok Malik
- Kurt Tong
Questions people ask
Does The Asia Group Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Asia Group Foundation give?
$148,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Asia Group Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Rexon Ryu (Chairman), Nirav Patel (Vice Chairman), Ashok Malik (Director) and Kurt Tong (Director).
What does The Asia Group Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.