Hesed Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Hesed Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $237,449 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $71,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$237,449
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$71,500
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was up from $158,533 the year before.
65% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $259,368 | 17 | $0 |
| 2024 | $158,533 | 16 | $140,450 |
| 2025 | $237,449 | 17 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Hesed Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Hesed Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $83,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $65,000 |
| California | 7 | $59,150 |
| New York | 1 | $10,600 |
| Kansas | 1 | $10,299 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| Nebraska | 2 | $1,900 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Scholar Leaders International | General | $71,500 |
| Lausanne Movement | General | $65,000 |
| Bel Air Presbyterian Church | General | $32,000 |
| Venice Free Mrthodist Church | General | $20,000 |
| Center for Studies in Global Christ | General | $10,600 |
| Care for Children | General | $10,299 |
| Lifesong for Orphans Oaktree Project | General | $7,000 |
| Opportunity International | General | $5,000 |
| Cure International | General | $5,000 |
| Leadership Resource Group Inc | General | $3,000 |
| Leighton Ford Ministries | General | $2,000 |
| Christ for the City Intl Inc | General | $1,600 |
| Vision International Alliance | General | $1,120 |
| Fuller Theological Seminary | General | $1,030 |
| Lighthouse Medical Missions | General | $1,000 |
| Concordia University Irvine | General | $1,000 |
| Boystown | General | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- David M Fung
- Hee Sook Fung
Questions people ask
Does Hesed Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hesed Foundation give?
$237,449 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Hesed Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David M Fung (President) and Hee Sook Fung (Treasurer).
What does Hesed Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and faith communities.