Eugene And Carol Choi Family Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 26-3833324
Foundation Overview
Based in Irvine, CA, Eugene And Carol Choi Family Foundation has awarded 83 grants totaling $3,240,720 to organizations in California, District of Columbia and 1 other state across the US. Individual grants range from $150 to $251,000, with a median award of $24,450.
Latest Tax Year
2024
Total Giving (all years)
$3,240,720
Total Assets
$935,039
Median Grant (all grants)
$24,450
Latest Form 990-PF Snapshot
Total Grants
18
Median Grant
$21,000
% Median Grant Decline
-55%
(vs previous year)
Data extracted from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Last filing year:
March 2026
Foundation Intelligence
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New Applicant Friendliness
Balanced Approach: 33%
6 of 18 recipients (33%) were new grantees. Foundation maintains loyal partnerships while remaining open to qualified new applicants with strong proposals.
Geographic Focus
California
81% of all grants are concentrated in California, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within California, funding concentrates in Irvine (58%), Cypress (19%), Costa Mesa (10%).
Funding Trajectory
+380%
Strong 380% growth in annual giving over 8 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Community Projects + 3 others
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (56%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Eugene And Carol Choi Family Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armonia Music Group | $61,000 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Ensure A Fair And Transparent Compensation For Authors In The Online Music Industry Through Extensive Music Licensing Expertise And Innovative Technology. | 2024 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund | $10,410 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Transforms Lives And Meets The Diverse Needs Of Asian And Pacific Islanders (Apis) Throughout Los Angeles County And Beyond. | 2024 |
| Council Of Korean American | $85,000 | Washington, DC, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Advance The National Voice And Influence Of The Korean American Community Through Collaboration And Leadership Development. | 2024 |
| Irvine Barclay Theater | $21,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Broaden The Scope, Availability And Appreciation Of The Arts In Orange County By Being A Leading Cultural Presenter Of Diverse And Exceptional Artists, And By Providing A State-of-the-art Venue For Community Cultural Organizations And University Programs. | 2024 |
| Pacific Symphony | $36,395 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Inspires, Engages And Serves Orange County And The Region Through Exceptional Music Performances, And Education And Community Programming. | 2024 |
| Uci Foundation | $77,975 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Raise And Manage Private Funds To Support Uci's Broader Mission Of Excellence In Teaching, Research And Public Service. | 2024 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | $2,500 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Envision An Orange County With Food And Nutritional Security For All. | 2024 |
| Educate To Empower | $1,411 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Equip Educators With Liberatory Resources, Community-rooted Learning, And Advocacy Tools So They Can Center Historically Excluded Voices, Challenge Injustice, And Cultivate Spaces Of Belonging, Joy, And Transformation. | 2024 |
| Philharmonic Society | $1,200 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Continue Its Vision Of Presenting Orange County Audiences With The World's Most Acclaimed Symphony Orchestras, Chamber Ensembles And Soloists, While Providing An Extensive Array Of Free Music Education Programs To Students Throughout Orange County. | 2024 |
| Armonia Music Group | $61,000 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Ensure A Fair And Transparent Compensation For Authors In The Online Music Industry Through Extensive Music Licensing Expertise And Innovative Technology. | 2024 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund | $10,410 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Transforms Lives And Meets The Diverse Needs Of Asian And Pacific Islanders (Apis) Throughout Los Angeles County And Beyond. | 2024 |
| Council Of Korean American | $85,000 | Washington, DC, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Advance The National Voice And Influence Of The Korean American Community Through Collaboration And Leadership Development. | 2024 |
| Irvine Barclay Theater | $21,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Broaden The Scope, Availability And Appreciation Of The Arts In Orange County By Being A Leading Cultural Presenter Of Diverse And Exceptional Artists, And By Providing A State-of-the-art Venue For Community Cultural Organizations And University Programs. | 2024 |
| Pacific Symphony | $36,395 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Inspires, Engages And Serves Orange County And The Region Through Exceptional Music Performances, And Education And Community Programming. | 2024 |
| Uci Foundation | $77,975 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Raise And Manage Private Funds To Support Uci's Broader Mission Of Excellence In Teaching, Research And Public Service. | 2024 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | $2,500 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Envision An Orange County With Food And Nutritional Security For All. | 2024 |
| Educate To Empower | $1,411 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Equip Educators With Liberatory Resources, Community-rooted Learning, And Advocacy Tools So They Can Center Historically Excluded Voices, Challenge Injustice, And Cultivate Spaces Of Belonging, Joy, And Transformation. | 2024 |
| Philharmonic Society | $1,200 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Continue Its Vision Of Presenting Orange County Audiences With The World's Most Acclaimed Symphony Orchestras, Chamber Ensembles And Soloists, While Providing An Extensive Array Of Free Music Education Programs To Students Throughout Orange County. | 2024 |
| Armonia Music Group | $50,000 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Ensure A Fair And Transparent Compensation For Authors In The Online Music Industry Through Extensive Music Licensing Expertise And Innovative Technology. | 2023 |
| Council Of Korean American | $100,000 | Washington, DC, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Advance The National Voice And Influence Of The Korean American Community Through Collaboration And Leadership Development. | 2023 |
| Irvine Barclay Theater | $20,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Broaden The Scope, Availability And Appreciation Of The Arts In Orange County By Being A Leading Cultural Presenter Of Diverse And Exceptional Artists, And By Providing A State-of-the-art Venue For Community Cultural Organizations And University Programs. | 2023 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $25,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Enriches The Lives Of A Diverse And Changing Community Through Modern And Contemporary Art. | 2023 |
| Pacific Symphony | $43,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Inspires, Engages And Serves Orange County And The Region Through Exceptional Music Performances, And Education And Community Programming. | 2023 |
| Uci Foundation | $66,200 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Raise And Manage Private Funds To Support Uci's Broader Mission Of Excellence In Teaching, Research And Public Service. | 2023 |
| Armonia Music Group | $50,000 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Ensure A Fair And Transparent Compensation For Authors In The Online Music Industry Through Extensive Music Licensing Expertise And Innovative Technology. | 2023 |
| Council Of Korean American | $100,000 | Washington, DC, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Advance The National Voice And Influence Of The Korean American Community Through Collaboration And Leadership Development. | 2023 |
| Irvine Barclay Theater | $20,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Broaden The Scope, Availability And Appreciation Of The Arts In Orange County By Being A Leading Cultural Presenter Of Diverse And Exceptional Artists, And By Providing A State-of-the-art Venue For Community Cultural Organizations And University Programs. | 2023 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $25,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Enriches The Lives Of A Diverse And Changing Community Through Modern And Contemporary Art. | 2023 |
| Pacific Symphony | $43,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Inspires, Engages And Serves Orange County And The Region Through Exceptional Music Performances, And Education And Community Programming. | 2023 |
| Uci Foundation | $66,200 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Raise And Manage Private Funds To Support Uci's Broader Mission Of Excellence In Teaching, Research And Public Service. | 2023 |
| Armonia Music Group | $60,000 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Ensure A Fair And Transparent Compensation For Authors In The Online Music Industry Through Extensive Music Licensing Expertise And Innovative Technology. | 2022 |
| Council Of Korean American | $106,228 | Washington, DC, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Advance The National Voice And Influence Of The Korean American Community Through Collaboration And Leadership Development. | 2022 |
| Pacific Symphony | $30,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Inspires, Engages And Serves Orange County And The Region Through Exceptional Music Performances, And Education And Community Programming. | 2022 |
| Uci Foundation | $78,500 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Raise And Manage Private Funds To Support Uci's Broader Mission Of Excellence In Teaching, Research And Public Service. | 2022 |
| Ymca | $150 | Chicago, IL, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Strengthening Community By Connecting All People To Their Potential, Purpose And Each Other. | 2022 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund | $20,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Transforms Lives And Meets The Diverse Needs Of Asian And Pacific Islanders (Apis) Throughout Los Angeles County And Beyond. | 2022 |
| Irvine Barclay Theater | $10,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Broaden The Scope, Availability And Appreciation Of The Arts In Orange County By Being A Leading Cultural Presenter Of Diverse And Exceptional Artists, And By Providing A State-of-the-art Venue For Community Cultural Organizations And University Programs. | 2022 |
| The Autism Community In Action | $15,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Provide Education, Support And Hope To Families Living With Autism. | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $50,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Enriches The Lives Of A Diverse And Changing Community Through Modern And Contemporary Art. | 2022 |
| Armonia Music Group | $60,000 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Ensure A Fair And Transparent Compensation For Authors In The Online Music Industry Through Extensive Music Licensing Expertise And Innovative Technology. | 2022 |
| Council Of Korean American | $106,228 | Washington, DC, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Advance The National Voice And Influence Of The Korean American Community Through Collaboration And Leadership Development. | 2022 |
| Pacific Symphony | $30,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Inspires, Engages And Serves Orange County And The Region Through Exceptional Music Performances, And Education And Community Programming. | 2022 |
| Uci Foundation | $78,500 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Raise And Manage Private Funds To Support Uci's Broader Mission Of Excellence In Teaching, Research And Public Service. | 2022 |
| Ymca | $150 | Chicago, IL, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Strengthening Community By Connecting All People To Their Potential, Purpose And Each Other. | 2022 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund | $20,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Transforms Lives And Meets The Diverse Needs Of Asian And Pacific Islanders (Apis) Throughout Los Angeles County And Beyond. | 2022 |
| Irvine Barclay Theater | $10,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Broaden The Scope, Availability And Appreciation Of The Arts In Orange County By Being A Leading Cultural Presenter Of Diverse And Exceptional Artists, And By Providing A State-of-the-art Venue For Community Cultural Organizations And University Programs. | 2022 |
| The Autism Community In Action | $15,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Provide Education, Support And Hope To Families Living With Autism. | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $50,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Enriches The Lives Of A Diverse And Changing Community Through Modern And Contemporary Art. | 2022 |
| Armonia Music Group | $60,000 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Ensure A Fair And Transparent Compensation For Authors In The Online Music Industry Through Extensive Music Licensing Expertise And Innovative Technology. | 2022 |
| Council Of Korean American | $106,228 | Washington, DC, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Advance The National Voice And Influence Of The Korean American Community Through Collaboration And Leadership Development. | 2022 |
| Pacific Symphony | $30,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Inspires, Engages And Serves Orange County And The Region Through Exceptional Music Performances, And Education And Community Programming. | 2022 |
| Uci Foundation | $78,500 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Raise And Manage Private Funds To Support Uci's Broader Mission Of Excellence In Teaching, Research And Public Service. | 2022 |
| Ymca | $150 | Chicago, IL, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Strengthening Community By Connecting All People To Their Potential, Purpose And Each Other. | 2022 |
| Asian Pacific Community Fund | $20,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Transforms Lives And Meets The Diverse Needs Of Asian And Pacific Islanders (Apis) Throughout Los Angeles County And Beyond. | 2022 |
| Irvine Barclay Theater | $10,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Broaden The Scope, Availability And Appreciation Of The Arts In Orange County By Being A Leading Cultural Presenter Of Diverse And Exceptional Artists, And By Providing A State-of-the-art Venue For Community Cultural Organizations And University Programs. | 2022 |
| The Autism Community In Action | $15,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Provide Education, Support And Hope To Families Living With Autism. | 2022 |
| Orange County Museum Of Art | $50,000 | Costa Mesa, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Enriches The Lives Of A Diverse And Changing Community Through Modern And Contemporary Art. | 2022 |
| Armonia Music Group | $49,000 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Ensure A Fair And Transparent Compensation For Authors In The Online Music Industry Through Extensive Music Licensing Expertise And Innovative Technology. | 2021 |
| Council Of Korean American | $3,258 | Washington, DC, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Advance The National Voice And Influence Of The Korean American Community Through Collaboration And Leadership Development. | 2021 |
| Pacific Symphony | $22,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Inspires, Engages And Serves Orange County And The Region Through Exceptional Music Performances, And Education And Community Programming. | 2021 |
| Somang Society | $20,000 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Promoting "well-being, Well-aging, And Well-dying." Campaigns Preparing Individuals For Death. | 2021 |
| Uci Foundation | $75,200 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Raise And Manage Private Funds To Support Uci's Broader Mission Of Excellence In Teaching, Research And Public Service. | 2021 |
| Ymca | $150 | Chicago, IL, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Strengthening Community By Connecting All People To Their Potential, Purpose And Each Other. | 2021 |
| Armonia Music Group | $25,000 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Ensure A Fair And Transparent Compensation For Authors In The Online Music Industry Through Extensive Music Licensing Expertise And Innovative Technology. | 2020 |
| Pacific Symphony | $5,500 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Inspires, Engages And Serves Orange County And The Region Through Exceptional Music Performances, And Education And Community Programming. | 2020 |
| The Autism Community In Action (taca) | $20,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Provides Education, Support And Hope To Families Living With Autism. | 2020 |
| Somang Society | $24,450 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Promoting "well-being, Well-aging, And Well-dying." Campaigns Preparing Individuals For Death. | 2020 |
| Uci Foundation | $57,500 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Raise And Manage Private Funds To Support Uci's Broader Mission Of Excellence In Teaching, Research And Public Service. | 2020 |
| Council Of Korean American | $30,000 | Washington, DC, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Advance The National Voice And Influence Of The Korean American Community Through Collaboration And Leadership Development. | 2020 |
| Ymca | $150 | Chicago, IL, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - To Strengthening Community By Connecting All People To Their Potential, Purpose And Each Other. | 2020 |
| Somang Society | $130,300 | Cypress, CA, US | Support The Mission Of The Organization - Promoting "well-being, Well-aging, And Well-dying." Campaigns Preparing Individuals For Death. | 2018 |
| Pacific Symphony | $17,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Support The Organization's Mission - Inspire, Engage Through Exceptional Music Performances And Education. | 2018 |
| Medici Foundation | $4,750 | Irvine, CA, US | Support Of The Organizations Mission - Provide Financial Support For The Cultural Arts, Medical Research And Philanthropic Causes. | 2018 |
| University Of California-irvine | $251,000 | Irvine, CA, US | Encourage Higher Education | 2017 |
| Council Of Korean American | $1,500 | Washington Dc, DC, US | To Encourage Voice In Action | 2017 |
| Pacific Symphony | $10,000 | Irvine, CA, US | To Foster Culture By Music | 2017 |
| Somang Society | $119,246 | Cypress, CA, US | To Support Well-dying Activity | 2017 |
| The Parnassus Society | $1,000 | Irvine, CA, US | To Promote Artistic Development | 2017 |
| Sage Hill High School | $5,000 | Newport Coast, CA, US | Encourage Higher Education | 2016 |
| Council Of Korean American | $14,900 | Washington Dc, DC, US | To Encourage Voice In Action | 2016 |
| Serving Asia | $12,000 | Irvine, CA, US | To Support Missionary Works | 2016 |
| Somang Society | $20,000 | Cerritos, CA, US | To Support Well-dying Activity | 2016 |
| The True Way Church | $10,000 | Garden Grove, CA, US | To Support Worship Activity | 2016 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Eugene And Carol Choi Family Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 26-3833324 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 9 PRAIRIE GRASS Irvine, CA 92603-0402 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Eugene And Carol Choi Family Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President | Eugene Choi |
|---|---|
| Secretary | Carol Choi |
Forms 990-PF
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- Check Part I for total assets, annual giving amounts, and payout requirements
- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
- Look for trends across multiple years to understand giving patterns
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Data Currency: Last updated
March 2026
based on IRS Form 990-PF filings. Foundation information reflects most recent available tax year data.