Simon & Joy Hong Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Simon & Joy Hong Foundation is a private foundation in Pasadena, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $116,200 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,200 and the largest $91,400. 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$116,200
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,200
- Largest grant$91,400
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees30%
Giving in 2025 was down from $195,685 the year before.
30% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $162,020 | 14 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $195,685 | 17 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $116,200 | 10 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Simon & Joy Hong 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 Simon & Joy Hong Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $116,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| All Nations Church | Church | $91,400 |
| Silk Wave Mission | Christian missionary org. | $9,480 |
| Transformation International | Christian missionary org. | $5,000 |
| Above Au Atletics | Christian missionary org. | $3,000 |
| Christ Kingdom Church | Church | $2,400 |
| Accompany Worldwide Inc | Charitable org. | $2,000 |
| Iatia Cherish Mission | Charitable org. | $1,000 |
| Rainbow Family Ministry | Christian missionary org. | $1,000 |
| Only in Love | Christian missionary org. | $500 |
| Good Neighbors | Christian missionary org. | $420 |
Officers and trustees
- Simon Hong
Questions people ask
Does Simon & Joy Hong Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simon & Joy Hong Foundation give?
$116,200 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,200.
Who runs Simon & Joy Hong Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Simon Hong (Ceo).
What does Simon & Joy Hong Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.