The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc
Support community activities and organizations recognizing the history, heritage and contributions of asian americans
The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc gave $28K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $28K), mostly in California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $28,275
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- Average grant
- $28,275
- Median grant
- $28,275
- Total assets
- $143,609
- Primary geography
- California (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Nisei Athletic Union ($28K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $28K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nisei Athletic Union Los Angeles, CA | — | $28,275 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $143,609 | $47,579 | $37,404 | $28,275 | 1 | $1,825 |
| 2022 | $126,346 | $10,543 | $9,775 | — | — | $3 |
| 2021 | $125,578 | $8,911 | $1,595 | — | — | $2 |
| 2020 | $118,262 | $24,860 | $8,080 | — | — | $2 |
About The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc
Based on IRS filings
The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Los Angeles, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $144K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $28K. Net investment income was $2K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc is led by Michael Komai, President on every filing since 2020 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Michael Komai
President
On filings since 2020
2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "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 The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc
How much does The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc give each year?
The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc gave $28K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990.
How large is The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc?
The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc reported $144K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $48K.
What is The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc?
The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Los Angeles, CA. It holds $144K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc operate?
The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc has awarded grants in California.
What is The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc's EIN?
The Rafu Shimpo Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 61-1431114. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS March 8, 2026)
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