Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation
The Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation is a private foundation based in Seattle, Washington. It gave $150,000 in grants to 11 organizations in 2024, supporting work that included education, child illness, cancer research, food security, and shelter.
Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation at a glance
In short: Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation gave $150K across 11 grants in 2024 (avg $14K), mostly in Washington. 27% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $150,000
- +38.9% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 11
- +37.5% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $13,636
- +1.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $15,000
- Total assets
- $2,827,600
- +11.2% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 27% first-time grantees (3 of 11, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Washington (97% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation
- How to Apply
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The 2024 filing names Jackson S Chao as the contact and says to submit a personal letter. It lists no deadline and no restrictions on awards. The filing also says the foundation does not restrict giving to preselected organizations.
- Contact
Application contact: Jackson S Chao
Mailing address: 2822 Broadway E, Seattle, WA 98122
Phone: (425) 250-6100
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Epiphany School ($25K). Together the top 10 received $145K.
Grant Size Distribution
24 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 24 grants of 24 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2024, 97% of grant dollars went to recipients in Washington and 3% to recipients in California.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 11 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation open to new grantees?
27%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 3 of 11 grantees (27%) were first-time recipients. With only 11 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 9 points. First grants averaged $10K; repeat grants $15K. How we count
Medians: $5K first-time, $18K repeat.
- 73% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- In 2024 it paid out 96% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2022–2024). 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 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $55K (2022) to $150K (2024). In 2024 it made 11 grants totaling $150K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Epiphany School Seattle, WA | Learning Environment Support | $25,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Western Washington & Alaska Seattle, WA | Child Illness Support | $25,000 |
| A Child's Notebook Seattle, WA | Child Education Support | $20,000 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center Seattle, WA | Cancer Research Support | $20,000 |
| Swedish Foundation Bothell, WA | General Support | $20,000 |
| Denise Louie Education Center Seattle, WA | Learning Environment Support | $15,000 |
| Ma-TSU Temple of USA San Francisco, CA | Taiwanese Community Support | $5,000 |
| Pike Market Senior Center and Food Bank Seattle, WA | Food Security Support | $5,000 |
| Union Gospel Mission Seattle, WA | General Support | $5,000 |
| Campus Stewards of South Whidbey Langley, WA | General Support | $5,000 |
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,827,600 | $688,872 | $156,016 | $150,000 | 11 | $151,571 | $107,495 | $157,603 |
| 2023 | $2,542,274 | $1,175,955 | $112,779 | $108,000 | 8 | $110,389 | $97,367 | $91,919 |
| 2022 | $1,930,528 | $985,528 | $55,000 | $55,000 | 5 | $55,000 | $2,371 | $49,212 |
| 2021 | $1,000,000 | $1,002,797 | $2,797 | — | — | $2,797 | — | $2,052 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation reported a distributable amount of $158K for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for schools and education organizations, health and cancer-related organizations, and organizations addressing food security, shelter, and community needs. For example, Epiphany School describes its work as helping children become confident, curious, and courageous learners, while Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center says it unites research and care to prevent and eliminate cancer and infectious disease. Denise Louie Education Center describes its mission as providing multicultural early learning services to children and families.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the foundation awarded 11 grants totaling $150,000. Grants ranged from $5,000 to $25,000, with a median grant of $15,000.
The largest grants included $25,000 to Epiphany School and $25,000 to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Western Washington & Alaska. Other grants included $20,000 each to A Child’s Notebook, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, and Swedish Foundation, and $15,000 to Denise Louie Education Center.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Jackson Chao, March Chao, Johnson Chao, and Steven Chao as trustees.
Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation's 2024 filing lists 4 officers; none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jackson Chao
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Johnson Chao
Trustee
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
March Chao
Trustee
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steven Chao
Trustee
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation
How much does Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation give each year?
Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation gave $150K across 11 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2023 it gave $108K across 8 grants.
What is Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation's typical grant size?
Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation's median grant in 2024 was $15,000, and its average grant was $13,636, across 11 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation that year got $10K on average.
Where does Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation give grants?
Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation gives mostly in Washington: 97% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Seattle, WA (8 grants).
Does Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 27% of Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (3 of 11) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation's largest grantees?
Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation's largest 2024 grantees include Epiphany School ($25,000), Ronald McDonald House Charities of Western Washington & Alaska ($25,000) and A Child's Notebook ($20,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 47% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation?
Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation reported $2.8M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $152K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $158K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2024 grants included support for schools and education organizations, health and cancer-related organizations, and organizations addressing food security, shelter, and community needs. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation?
The 2024 filing names Jackson S Chao as the contact and says to submit a personal letter. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation's EIN?
Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 87-3442858. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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Live grants for the work Jackson S and March F Chao Foundation funds
Community Improvement & Capacity Building Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Arnold F. Keller, Jr. Grant for New Initiatives/Program Expansion $25,000 · Due October 27, 2026
- Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants (Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin) $1,000 to $100,000 depending on the scope of the project · Due October 27, 2026
- Hancock Whitney Opportunity Grant (Hancock Whitney Community Reinvestment Act Program) Up to US $25,000 · Due October 30, 2026
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