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THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION

THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION

Solvang, CA, US
501(c)3
EIN
90-6231023
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
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THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION

Solvang, CA, US
501(c)3
EIN
90-6231023
Private Foundation
Regional Funder

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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The Kei Lin Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting nonprofits through a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model. In 2024, the foundation awarded a total of $135K across 12 grantees and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given

$135K

2024
Grantees funded
12
Multi-year grantees
75%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

8

Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$7K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
C
Carol E Smith Avila
Board Member
R
Roxanne Russell
Board Member
M
Margaret Tsai
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION?
No. THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION give?
THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, Pennsylvania, and Oregon. 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 KEI LIN FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 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 KEI LIN FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION awarded about 8 grants, totaling nearly $135 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include Solvang Friendship House, SANTA YNEZ VALLEY SENIOR CITIZENS FOUNDATION, and ATTERDAG AT HOME INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION?
THE KEI LIN FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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