Meilan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Meilan Foundation is a private foundation in Mercer Island, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,558 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $4,869 and the largest $10,000. 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$19,558
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$4,869
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.6 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,396 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 | $9,636 | 1 | $609,430 |
| 2024 | $10,396 | 2 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $19,558 | 3 | $1.6 million |
How to apply
Meilan 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 Meilan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $9,558 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Northern Iowa Foundation | General Support | $10,000 |
| Low Income Housing Institute | General Support | $4,869 |
| Bridge Disability Ministries | General Support | $4,689 |
Officers and trustees
- Huilan Tang
- Xuming Mei
- Hengyu Mei
Questions people ask
Does Meilan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Meilan Foundation give?
$19,558 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $4,869.
Who runs Meilan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Huilan Tang (Prsident/CEO), Xuming Mei (Vice President) and Hengyu Mei (Secretary & Treasurer).
What does Meilan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, housing and homelessness and human services.