The Hwang Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hwang Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $107,600 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$107,600
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $98,675 the year before.
16% 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 | $90,820 | 22 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $98,675 | 20 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $107,600 | 20 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Hwang 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 The Hwang Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $25,100 |
| Texas | 2 | $23,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 5 | $18,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $8,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $4,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $2,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 7 Stages Discipleship Bridges | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Chinese Gospel Church | Action Missions - General Purpose Fund | $20,000 |
| Reality Church of Los Angeles | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $8,000 |
| Maryland Gospel Church | General & Unrestricted | $7,500 |
| BCM International Inc | Global Ministry Fund | $5,000 |
| Blessings Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Maryland Gospel Church | Lunch Fund | $4,000 |
| Ambassadors for Christ Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Pioneers | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Wycliffe Bible Translators International Inc | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Manna Food Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Mid-Atlantic Chinese Christian Conference Inc | Charitable Event | $2,500 |
| Son Spot Ministries Incorporated | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Village Gospel Mission | General & Unrestricted | $2,100 |
| Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland Inc | to purchase Hot home-delivered meals | $2,000 |
| Poetice | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Special Love Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Seattle Chinese School | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jesse Hwang
- Ray-way Hwang
- Raymond Hwang
Questions people ask
Does The Hwang Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hwang Foundation give?
$107,600 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Hwang Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jesse Hwang (Dir), Ray-way Hwang (Pres, Dir, Sec) and Raymond Hwang (Dir).
What does The Hwang Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and international.