Kyad Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kyad Foundation is a private foundation in Carbondale, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,500 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $100 and the largest $200. 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$1,500
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$100
- Largest grant$200
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $3,804 the year before.
100% 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 | $160,461 | 27 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $3,804 | 39 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $1,500 | 14 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Kyad 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 Kyad Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $550 |
| Minnesota | 2 | $200 |
| Tennessee | 2 | $200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $200 |
| Alabama | 2 | $150 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $100 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Donation | $200 |
| Irvine Anima Care | Donation | $150 |
| Nashville Zoo | Donation | $100 |
| Nashville Humane Association | Donation | $100 |
| Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts | Donation | $100 |
| Black Hills Wild Hourse Sanctuary | Donation | $100 |
| Paws and Claws Humane Society | Donation | $100 |
| University of MN Foundation | Donation | $100 |
| Dane County Humane Society | Donation | $100 |
| Famsf | Donation | $100 |
| Yosemite Conservancy | Donation | $100 |
| Uc Irvine Langson Orange County Mus | Donation | $100 |
| La County Museum of Arts | Donation | $100 |
| Burmingham Museum of Art | Donation | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin Chen
- Yuling Chen
- Alisa Chen
- David Chen
Questions people ask
Does Kyad Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kyad Foundation give?
$1,500 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $100.
Who runs Kyad Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kevin Chen (Ceo), Yuling Chen (Secretary), Alisa Chen (Cfo) and David Chen (Coo).
What does Kyad Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, environment and conservation and arts and culture.