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Est.

2006

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The San Francisco Japantown Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within the Japantown community. With a total of $59.2K in grants paid to 15 grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

ORGANIZATION IS ESTABLISHED TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF CULTURAL, CHARITABLE, AND EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES FOR THE BENEFIT OF RESIDENTS, VISITORS, AND OTHER STAKEHOLDERS OF SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN AND SERVICES THAT PROMOTE SUCH ACTIVITIES.
Total Funding Given
$59.2K
2024
Grantees funded
15
Multi-year grantees
60%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.5K
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Aya Ino
Board Member
S
Shinichi Seino
Board Member
D
Diane Matsuda
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION?
No. THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION give?
THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $59 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include JAPANTOWN TASK FORCE INC, GOLDEN GATE INSTITUTE, and JAPANESE CULTURAL AND COMMUNITY CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION?
THE SAN FRANCISCO JAPANTOWN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.