Ding Lei Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ding Lei Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$60,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$969,998
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $520,471 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $832,621 |
| 2025 | $60,000 | 2 | $969,998 |
How to apply
Ding Lei Family 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 Ding Lei Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Choc Foundation | To support advance the research work and clinical trials on GM-1 Gangliosidosis led by Dr. Raymond Wang at the Wang Laboratory | $50,000 |
| Auburn University Foundation | To support the Martin Research led by Dr. Doug Martin at Scott-Ritchey Research Center | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lei Ding
- Andrew Jonathan Wang
Questions people ask
Does Ding Lei Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ding Lei Family Foundation give?
$60,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs Ding Lei Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lei Ding (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas) and Andrew Jonathan Wang (VP).
What does Ding Lei Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research and education.