Frances K & John K Tsui Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frances K & John K Tsui Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2024 it gave $245,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $156,900. 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$245,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$156,900
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $130,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $130,000 | 10 | $4.3 million |
| 2024 | $245,000 | 11 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Frances K & John K Tsui 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 Frances K & John K Tsui Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 4 | $187,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $30,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $17,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Straub Foundation | Public charity support | $156,900 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Public charity support | $25,000 |
| Hawaii Catholic Community Foundation | Public charity support | $20,000 |
| Wellesley College | Public charity support | $15,000 |
| Northwestern University | Public charity support | $10,000 |
| Sui Wah School | Public charity support | $10,000 |
| University of Pittsburgh | Public charity support | $5,000 |
| Campus Compact | Public charity support | $1,000 |
| Global Citizen Initiative | Public charity support | $1,000 |
| Harvard Business School | Public charity support | $1,000 |
| Punahou School | Public charity support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Frances K Tsui
- John K Tsui
Questions people ask
Does Frances K & John K Tsui Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frances K & John K Tsui Foundation give?
$245,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Frances K & John K Tsui Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Frances K Tsui (Trustee/Minimal) and John K Tsui (Trustee/Minimal).
What does Frances K & John K Tsui Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.