Chao Family Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Chao Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $287,500 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $52,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$287,500
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$52,000
- Assets$12.5 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $270,550 the year before.
63% 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 | $251,515 | 14 | $9.5 million |
| 2024 | $270,550 | 15 | $11.1 million |
| 2025 | $287,500 | 24 | $12.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Stefanie Chao 10300 W Charleston Blvd Suite, 13-488, Las Vegas, NV 89135-5008 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (310) 896-5889, info@chaofamilyfoundation.org |
| What to submit | Applicants should submit a written statement regarding the amount of funds requested, along with a detailed description of the purpose for which those funds will be used. Additionally, applicants should submit information regarding their operations and organization. |
| Deadlines | December 31 of each year |
| Restrictions | Based on funds available |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Chao Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 19 | $249,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $7,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250 |
| Ohio | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Asian Pacific Community Fund of Southern California | Renewal scholarships 2025 | $52,000 |
| Renewal Foundation Inc | 2025 pearl program scholarship | $30,000 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund of Southern California | 2026 new scholarships | $26,000 |
| First Star Inc | $20,000 general support; $5,000 alumni program | $25,000 |
| Missouri S&t | Richard and june chao scholarship | $25,000 |
| University of California Irvine Foundation | Diabetes center annual fundraising event sponsorship | $22,000 |
| Arcadia Educational Foundation | Arcadias fire relief fund | $15,000 |
| Mpak Inc | The annual mpak fundraising gala event sponsorship | $15,000 |
| Community Partners | College access, reiness & success (cars) college prep program | $10,000 |
| Determined to Succeed | General fund | $10,000 |
| University of California Irvine Foundation | Anti-cancer challenge event sponsorship 2025 | $10,000 |
| Waymakers | 2025 swing for kids charity golf tournament | $10,000 |
| Waymakers | Tustin youth shelter/general donation | $10,000 |
| Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation | Swing for hope golf tournament sponsorship | $7,500 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund of Southern California | 2025 giving for all seasons gala event sponsorship | $5,000 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund of Southern California | Renewal scholarships 2025 | $4,000 |
| Sunsar Maya Inc | General donation / emergency relief | $3,750 |
| Individual | Holiday giving/scholarship award | $2,500 |
| University of California Irvine Foundation | To support care connect fund 3453 | $2,000 |
| Pacific Academy Costa Mesa PTO | Lunar new year celebration event | $1,000 |
| Pacific Academy Costa Mesa PTO | Platinum sponsor for the pacm winter olympics | $1,000 |
| Community Action Marin | Holiday giving | $250 |
| Help Hasina Secure Safe Housing for Her Kids | Holiday giving | $250 |
| World Wildlife Fund Inc | General fund | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Chao
- Stefanie Chao
- Steven Chao
Questions people ask
Does Chao Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: December 31 of each year.
How much does Chao Family Foundation Inc give?
$287,500 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Chao Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Chao (Chairman/Director), Stefanie Chao (Treasurer/Director) and Steven Chao (Secretary/Director).
What does Chao Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.