The Kei Lin Foundation
Invitation OnlySolvang, California · EIN 90-6231023 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $20,000.
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
11% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solvang Senior Center | Solvang, CA | Senior care | $25,000 |
| Buellton Senior Center | Buellton, CA | Senior care | $25,000 |
| Valley Haven | Solvang, CA | Senior care | $20,000 |
| Community Partners in Caring | Santa Maria, CA | Volunteer caregiving program | $20,000 |
| Servants at Work Inc | Indianapolis, IN | Providing wheelchair ramps where needed | $20,000 |
| Atterdag at Home | Solvang, CA | Senior care | $15,000 |
| Atterdag Village of Solvang | Solvang, CA | Senior care | $15,000 |
| Veggie Rescue | Santa Ynez, CA | Provide food security for seniors | $15,000 |
| Pilgrim Terrace Cooperative Homes | Santa Barbara, CA | Resident wellness program | $15,000 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($80,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $250,000 | 13 |
| 2024 | $135,000 | 8 |
| 2023 | $120,000 | 8 |
| 2022 | $155,205 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631259349102403
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 90-6231023
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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