Tongs Charity Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tongs Charity Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $317,208 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $158,604 and the largest $306,934. 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$317,208
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$158,604
- Largest grant$306,934
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $595,683 the year before.
100% 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 | $660,075 | 2 | $6.4 million |
| 2024 | $595,683 | 1 | $6.2 million |
| 2025 | $317,208 | 2 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
Tongs Charity 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Tongs Charity Foundation funds
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | $306,934 | |
| Buckwheat Blossom Branch Student Aid Association | Donation of school supplies to the buckwheat blossom branch student aid association to assist students with their academics. | $10,274 |
Officers and trustees
- Helen Tong Lam
- Colina Tong
- John Tong
- Franklin Tong
- Peter Tong
- Janyu Tong
Questions people ask
Does Tongs Charity Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tongs Charity Foundation give?
$317,208 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $158,604.
Who runs Tongs Charity Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Helen Tong Lam (Ceo), Colina Tong (Secretary), John Tong (Cfo) and Franklin Tong (President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Tongs Charity Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.