Tsubota Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tsubota Family Foundation is a private foundation in Albany, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$81,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $78,000 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $75,000 | 3 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $78,000 | 3 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $81,000 | 3 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Tsubota Family 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 Tsubota Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $70,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Branded by Compassion | General Charitable Purpose | $40,000 |
| Giving It Back to Kids | General Charitable Purpose | $30,000 |
| Hope Rises International | General charitable purpose | $11,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Steve K Tsubota
- Karen V Tsubota
Questions people ask
Does Tsubota Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tsubota Family Foundation give?
$81,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Tsubota Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Steve K Tsubota (Trustee) and Karen V Tsubota (Trustee).
What does Tsubota Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and international.