C Q Yee Hop Foundation
C Q Yee Hop Foundation is a private foundation based in Honolulu, Hawaii. It supports projects and programs in Hawaii, with stated interests in Chinese arts, culture, history and language; education; democratic values; and conservation and biodiversity.
C Q Yee Hop Foundation at a glance
In short: C Q Yee Hop Foundation gave $44K across 15 grants in 2025 (avg $3K), mostly in Hawaii. 27% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $44,400
- -8.9% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 15
- +25.0% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $2,960
- -27.1% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $2,500
- Total assets
- $629,493
- +36.3% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 27% first-time grantees (4 of 15, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Hawaii (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to C Q Yee Hop Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- Yes
- How to Apply
-
The filing directs applicants to submit a Google Forms application accessible through the foundation’s website. The filing states that it accepts unsolicited requests.
- Review Cycle
- September 26, 2025. This deadline has passed.
- Deadline
- September 26, 2025.
- Contact
Application contact: C Q Yee Hop Foundation
Mailing address: P O Box 1759, Honolulu, HI 96806
Phone: (808) 843-8550
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who C Q Yee Hop Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Iolani School ($10K). Together the top 10 received $39K.
Grant Size Distribution
57 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 57 grants of 57 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The filing says the foundation supports projects and programs in Hawaii. All 2025 grant dollars went to recipients in Hawaii.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 15 itemized grants.
Cities
Is C Q Yee Hop Foundation open to new grantees?
27%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 4 of 15 grantees (27%) were first-time recipients. With only 15 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 7 points. First grants averaged $2K; repeat grants $3K. How we count
Medians: $2K first-time, $3K repeat.
- 60% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2022 to 2025 (−7%). Method
- In 2025 it paid out 228% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2022–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $44K (2025) to $50K (2023). In 2025 it made 15 grants totaling $44K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iolani School Honolulu, HI | To support the C. Q. Yee Hop & Family scholarship endowment | $10,000 |
| Honolulu Civil Beat Honolulu, HI | To support organizations mission | $5,000 |
| United Chinese Society Honolulu, HI | To support organizations mission | $5,000 |
| Kona Historical Society Captain Cook, HI | To support organizations mission | $3,500 |
| Chinatown Improvement District Honolulu, HI | To support organizations mission | $3,200 |
| Palolo Chinese Home Honolulu, HI | To support organizations mission | $3,000 |
| Chinese Chamber of Commerce Foundtn Honolulu, HI | To support organizations mission | $2,500 |
| Mun Lun School Honolulu, HI | To support organizations mission | $2,500 |
| Hawaii Food Bank Honolulu, HI | To support organizations mission | $2,500 |
| Palehua Conservation Initiative Kapolei, HI | To support organizations mission | $2,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $629,493 | $223,193 | $55,585 | $44,400 | 15 | $54,897 | $17,161 | $24,029 |
| 2024 | $461,885 | $216,716 | $51,965 | $48,750 | 12 | $51,515 | $11,701 | $16,936 |
| 2023 | $297,134 | $200,409 | $58,275 | $50,000 | 15 | $55,445 | $389 | $9,932 |
| 2022 | $152,500 | $200,006 | $47,506 | $47,500 | 15 | $47,504 | — | $3,109 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, C Q Yee Hop Foundation reported a distributable amount of $24K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s filing describes support for Hawaii projects and programs focused on Chinese arts, culture, history and language; education; democratic values, including civic engagement, media literacy and diversity; and conservation and biodiversity. The board may also make grants in other areas of interest.
Its 2025 grants included support for organizations with varied missions. Honolulu Civil Beat describes its work as investigative and watchdog journalism and reporting intended to help inform Hawaii’s citizens. Kona Historical Society says it preserves and interprets Kona’s history. Palolo Chinese Home describes its mission as providing culturally sensitive education, support and care for seniors and their families. Palehua Conservation Initiative says it promotes ʻāina-based education and environmental stewardship. A Better Chinatown Association describes work to promote and revitalize Honolulu Chinatown, including education and leadership development.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation gave $44,400 through 15 grants. Grants ranged from $200 to $10,000, with a median of $2,500. Its largest listed grant was $10,000 to Iolani School to support the C. Q. Yee Hop & Family scholarship endowment. Other notable grants included $5,000 each to Honolulu Civil Beat and United Chinese Society, $3,500 to Kona Historical Society, and $3,200 to Chinatown Improvement District.
The foundation’s filing states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. Applicants must be classified under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or apply through a fiscal sponsor with 501(c)(3) status; grants are not made to individuals. The filing says most grants will be in the $1,000–$2,000 range.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Kimberlee Bassford as President, Treasurer and Director; Amber Chun as Vice President and Director; and Amanda Lau as Secretary and Director.
C Q Yee Hop Foundation is led by Kimberlee Bassford, President Treasurer Director on every filing since 2021; 1 of 3 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Kimberlee Bassford
President Treasurer Director
On filings since 2021
2 hrs/week
$5K (2023) → $8K (2025)
Amanda Lau
Secretary Director
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Amber Chun
Vice President Director
New on the 2025 filing
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Nicholas Chun (2021–2024) — Vice President Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $8K, to Kimberlee Bassford (President Treasurer Director).
Frequently asked questions about C Q Yee Hop Foundation
How much does C Q Yee Hop Foundation give each year?
C Q Yee Hop Foundation gave $44K across 15 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $49K across 12 grants.
What is C Q Yee Hop Foundation's typical grant size?
C Q Yee Hop Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $2,500, and its average grant was $2,960, across 15 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from C Q Yee Hop Foundation that year got $2K on average.
Where does C Q Yee Hop Foundation give grants?
C Q Yee Hop Foundation gives mostly in Hawaii: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Honolulu, HI (12 grants).
Does C Q Yee Hop Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 15 grants with a stated purpose on C Q Yee Hop Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To support organizations mission" (14 grants).
Who are C Q Yee Hop Foundation's largest grantees?
C Q Yee Hop Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include Iolani School ($10,000), Honolulu Civil Beat ($5,000) and United Chinese Society ($5,000), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 45% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is C Q Yee Hop Foundation?
C Q Yee Hop Foundation reported $629K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $55K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $24K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does C Q Yee Hop Foundation fund?
The foundation’s filing describes support for Hawaii projects and programs focused on Chinese arts, culture, history and language; education; democratic values, including civic engagement, media literacy and diversity; and conservation and biodiversity. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from C Q Yee Hop Foundation?
The filing directs applicants to submit a Google Forms application accessible through the foundation’s website. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is C Q Yee Hop Foundation's EIN?
C Q Yee Hop Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-4106770. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Does C Q Yee Hop Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
Yes, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS May 13, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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