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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Kao Family Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing grants by invitation only. In 2023, the foundation distributed a total of $40,000 across six grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$40K
2023
Grantees funded
6
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$20K
Median 2nd year grant
$20K
J
John E Kao
Board Member
S
Susan E Kao
Board Member
S
Susan S Kao
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and Illinois. 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 KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $20 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2023, THE KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $40 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 6 grantees. Recent grantees include ECHOING GREEN INC, UCLA FOUNDATION, and Encouragement for Life. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE KAO FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.