Susie and Gideon Yu Foundation
Invitation OnlyPalo Alto, California · EIN 26-1118316 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$3.6M
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$100,000
Total assets$36.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $100,000 and $200,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
30% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monterey Bay Aquarium Foundation | Monterey, CA | Renovation of the african penguins habitat | $1,500,000 |
| California Institute of Technology | Pasadena, CA | Gideon and susie yu fellowship fund | $1,250,000 |
| Bel Air Presbyterian Church | Los Angeles, CA | Ministry fund | $200,000 |
| Oakwood School | North Hollywood, CA | Da vinci lab and classroom complex | $200,000 |
| Bel Air Presbyterian Church | Los Angeles, CA | LA fire relief fund | $100,000 |
| Council of Korean Americans | Washington, DC | Vision fund | $100,000 |
| Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco | San Jose, CA | General support | $100,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | Southern california wildfires | $100,000 |
| University School of Nashville | Nashville, TN | Vincent w durnan scholarship fund | $50,000 |
| Society for Science & the Public | Washington, DC | General support | $25,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| California Institute of Technology | Pasadena, CA | Gideon and susie yu fellowship fund | $3,750,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,625,000 | 11 |
| 2024 | $2,160,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $1,875,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 20, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632639349100103
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-1118316
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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