John Chin Young Foundation
Accepts applications
John Chin Young Foundation is a private foundation in Honolulu, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $279,974 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $27,500 and the largest $127,474. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$279,974
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$27,500
- Largest grant$127,474
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was up from $249,737 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $262,000 | 7 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $249,737 | 9 | $7.1 million |
| 2025 | $279,974 | 8 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Deborah L Young 4558 Malia St, Honolulu, HI 96821 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (808) 737-9776 |
| What to submit | No set form |
| Restrictions | Arts related |
What John Chin Young Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 8 | $279,974 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uh Foundation | Art scholarships | $127,474 |
| Honolulu Museum of Arts | Support art | $40,000 |
| Hawaii Symphony | Art scholarships | $35,000 |
| Hawaii Opera Theater | Promote theater | $30,000 |
| Bishop Museum | Promote art | $25,000 |
| Diamond Head Theatre | Promote theater | $20,000 |
| Honolulu Printmakers | Art awards | $1,500 |
| Hawaii Craftsman | Support art | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Li Young
- Roger Bellinger
- Janet Kelly
Questions people ask
Does John Chin Young Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does John Chin Young Foundation give?
$279,974 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $27,500.
Who runs John Chin Young Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah Li Young (Trustee), Roger Bellinger (Trustee) and Janet Kelly (Trustee).
What does John Chin Young Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.