The Neon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Neon Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $589,681 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $56,250 and the largest $151,181. 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$589,681
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$56,250
- Largest grant$151,181
- Assets$17.0 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was up from $76,500 the year before.
75% 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 | $76,500 | 4 | $14.2 million |
| 2024 | $589,681 | 8 | $17.0 million |
How to apply
The Neon 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 Neon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 4 | $179,500 |
| New York | 1 | $151,181 |
| California | 1 | $148,000 |
| Arizona | 1 | $100,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New | To support the Integrated Research Projects on Regional Food System Transformation, a collaborative project between the Columbia Climate School and Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture to develop and carry out research on regional food system transformation | $151,181 |
| Neon Museum | to support the Mobile Neon Bending Studio, a Science Technology Engineering Art and Math (STEAM) initiative | $150,000 |
| Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc | General & Unrestricted | $148,000 |
| Arizona State University Foundation | The Neon Foundation Sports Business Scholarship fund | $100,000 |
| Friends of Red Rock Canyon | funds for Fencing to protect the petroglyphs/pictographs, Fencing to realign trails and get rid of social trails, Seeding and replanting of native plants, Replacing 2 of the trash containers, to purchase Painting supplies for continual upkeep of the fences and railings around the upper lot for the bathroom mural in conjunction with a local high school | $12,500 |
| Pacific Historic Parks | Make Us Visible and the production of AANHPI Coloring Books | $11,000 |
| Crskillstraining Foundation | Gym rental funds and to purchase Basketballs and Water/supplies | $10,000 |
| Green Our Planet | To support the 2024-25 GardenConnect programs at Keller elementary school and Forbuss elementary school | $7,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Amanda Nee
- Christopher Nee
- Lucy Nee
- Wesley Nee
Questions people ask
Does The Neon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Neon Foundation give?
$589,681 in tax year 2024, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $56,250.
Who runs The Neon Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Amanda Nee (Trustee), Christopher Nee (Trustee), Lucy Nee (Trustee) and Wesley Nee (Trustee).
What does The Neon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, education and environment and conservation.