The 6-18 Foundation for Hope
Preselected recipients only
The 6-18 Foundation for Hope is a private foundation in Anaheim, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $260,316 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $125,316. 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$260,316
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$125,316
- Assets$6.0 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2025 was up from $189,523 the year before.
29% 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 | $181,561 | 6 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $189,523 | 7 | $5.2 million |
| 2025 | $260,316 | 9 | $6.0 million |
How to apply
The 6-18 Foundation for Hope 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 The 6-18 Foundation for Hope funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $170,316 |
| New York | 2 | $30,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $30,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Uci Foundation | To support the construction of a new uci medical center, irvine. | $125,316 |
| Givewell | A nonprofit dedicated to helping people in need as much as they can by researching the most cost-effective ways to save and improve lives, sharing their work openly, and directing donations to the programs they believe will do the most good. | $25,000 |
| International Justice Mission | To protect the poor from violence by rescuing victims, bringing the criminals to justice, restoring | $20,000 |
| Samueli Academy - Orangewood Founda | To provide support for current and former foster youth | $20,000 |
| Individual | To provide support for current and former foster youth | $20,000 |
| Individual | Helping america's heroes by providing mortgage-free homes to gold star and fallen first responder families with young children and by building specially-adapted smart homes for catastrophically injured veterans and first responders. | $20,000 |
| Against Malaria Foundation | To promote the eradication of malaria around the world | $10,000 |
| Givedirectly | To send money directly to the worlds poorest households and in doing so, to accelerate the end of extreme poverty globally. | $10,000 |
| Ccef | Exists to restore christ to counseling and counseling to the local church. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Allen C Kong
- Mandy M Kong
Questions people ask
Does The 6-18 Foundation for Hope accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The 6-18 Foundation for Hope give?
$260,316 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The 6-18 Foundation for Hope?
Its 2025 filing lists Allen C Kong (Trustee) and Mandy M Kong (Trustee).
What does The 6-18 Foundation for Hope fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and faith communities.