Private foundation · EIN 90-6231023 · Solvang, California · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Kei Lin Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 13 grants paid, $250K total, median $20K. 92% of grants stayed in California.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
13
$250K
Median grant
$20K
Stays in CA
92%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$6.8M

Grants paid in 2025

13 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
We Support the TroopsSanta Ynez, CACare packages for troops$30K
Solvang Senior CenterSolvang, CASenior care$25K
Buellton Senior CenterBuellton, CASenior care$25K
Valley HavenSolvang, CASenior care$20K
Community Partners in CaringSanta Maria, CAVolunteer caregiving program$20K
Los Alamos Valley Senior Citizens OLos Alamos, CAFacility repairs and upgrades$20K
Servants at Work IncIndianapolis, INProviding wheelchair ramps where needed$20K
Atterdag at HomeSolvang, CASenior care$15K
Atterdag Village of SolvangSolvang, CASenior care$15K
Veggie RescueSanta Ynez, CAProvide food security for seniors$15K
Hidden WingsSolvang, CAExpanded program for neurodiverse young adults$15K
Pilgrim Terrace Cooperative HomesSanta Barbara, CAResident wellness program$15K
Santa Barbara Meals on WheelsSanta Barbara, CATo address senior food insecurity$15K

By state: California 12 · Indiana 1

About this foundation

Kei Lin Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Solvang, California, administered in care of Margaret Tsai Ttee, tax-exempt since 2013. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does Kei Lin Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Kei Lin Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $250K across 13 grants, a median of $20K.

Where does Kei Lin Foundation give?

California (12 grants), Indiana (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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