Gerri and Rich Wong Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gerri and Rich Wong Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.0 million in 15 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $3.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4.0 million
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$12.8 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.6 million the year before.
62% of its 2024 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 | $1.6 million | 12 | $8.5 million |
| 2024 | $4.0 million | 15 | $12.8 million |
How to apply
Gerri and Rich Wong 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 Gerri and Rich Wong Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3.0 million |
| California | 12 | $533,200 |
| Illinois | 2 | $465,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | General & Unrestricted (See In-Kind Grant General Explanation attachment) | $3.0 million |
| University of Chicago | Iel/rustandy, odyssey in support of veterans, harris council | $415,000 |
| Sacred Heart Schools Atherton | Annual fund 2024-2025, sophie's scholars program, capital campaign, shp lacrosse, shp pulse, auction underwriting | $180,000 |
| Sacred Heart Schools Atherton | Annual fund 2023-2024, sophie's scholars program, educating for a lifetime campaign, shp lacrosse, auction underwriting | $170,000 |
| Pledge 1 Percent Org Inc | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| University of Chicago | Chicago Booth - Rustandy Center Civic Chicago Program | $50,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of the Peninsula | To support BGCP's Competitive Sports | $25,000 |
| Lifemoves | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Samaritan House | General & Unrestricted | $20,200 |
| Peninsula Bridge Program | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Abilitypath | Fund-a-Future pledge | $10,000 |
| Avalon Academy | Building Hope Campaign | $10,000 |
| Casa of San Mateo County | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Positive Coaching Alliance | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Childrens Health Council Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Geraldine Wong
- Richard Wong
Questions people ask
Does Gerri and Rich Wong Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gerri and Rich Wong Family Foundation give?
$4.0 million in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Gerri and Rich Wong Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Geraldine Wong (Dir, Pres) and Richard Wong (Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does Gerri and Rich Wong Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and youth programs.