Tao-Ding Foundation
Invitation OnlyPalo Alto, California · EIN 88-2497962 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$10K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$50
Total assets$180K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15 and $300.
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
81% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living Wisdom School of Nevada City | Nevada City, NV | Donations | $9,000 |
| Rolcc | Santa Clara, CA | Donations | $400 |
| University of California Berkeley Foundation | Berkeley, CA | Donations | $300 |
| Virgina Tech Foundation | Blacksburg, VA | Donations | $200 |
| Chinese Fellrship Bible Church | Niskayuna, NY | Donations | $110 |
| Paralyzed Veterane of America | Washington, DC | Donations | $50 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Tampa, FL | Donations | $25 |
| Alzheiner's Association | Chicago, IL | Donations | $17 |
| Salvation Army National Corp | Alexandria, VA | Donations | $15 |
| Boys Town National Alumni Association Scholarship Fund | Boys Town, NE | Donations | $15 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Inc | Memphis, TN | Donations | $10 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,142 | 11 |
| 2024 | $5,527 | 6 |
| 2023 | $2,242 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642549349101119
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-2497962
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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