Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation
Accepts applications
Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $150,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $25,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$150,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees27%
Giving in 2024 was up from $108,000 the year before.
27% 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 | $108,000 | 8 | $3.0 million |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 11 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jackson S Chao 2822 Broadway E, Seattle, WA 98122 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (425) 250-6100, jackson.s.chao@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Personal letter |
What Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 10 | $145,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Epiphany School | Learning environment support | $25,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Western Washington & Alaska | Child illness support | $25,000 |
| A Child's Notebook | Child education support | $20,000 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center | Cancer research support | $20,000 |
| Swedish Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Denise Louie Education Center | Learning environment support | $15,000 |
| Ma-Tsu Temple of USA | Taiwanese community support | $5,000 |
| Pike Market Senior Center and Food Bank | Food security support | $5,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission | General support | $5,000 |
| Campus Stewards of South Whidbey | General support | $5,000 |
| Operation Nightwatch | Shelter support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jackson Chao
- March Chao
- Johnson Chao
- Steven Chao
Questions people ask
Does Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation give?
$150,000 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jackson Chao (Trustee), March Chao (Trustee), Johnson Chao (Trustee) and Steven Chao (Trustee).
What does Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and environment and conservation.