Ning Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ning Foundation is a private foundation in Corona del Mar, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $600,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$600,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $600,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $800,000 | 4 | $5.8 million |
| 2024 | $600,000 | 3 | $6.2 million |
| 2025 | $600,000 | 3 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
Ning 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 Ning Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $600,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Uci Foundation | Uci health discretionary fund | $200,000 |
| The Uci Foundation | Ics discretionary fund | $200,000 |
| City of Hope | Leadership in fight against cancer | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stanley C Ning
- Nancy S Ning
- Lance C Ning
Questions people ask
Does Ning Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ning Foundation give?
$600,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Ning Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stanley C Ning (President & CEO), Nancy S Ning (Secretary) and Lance C Ning (Cfo).
What does Ning Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.