The Tibore Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Tibore Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $231,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $96,000. 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$231,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$96,000
- Assets$46,335
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $187,480 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $273,500 | 12 | $254,047 |
| 2024 | $187,480 | 12 | $259,820 |
| 2025 | $231,000 | 9 | $46,335 |
How to apply
The Tibore 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 Tibore Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $101,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $70,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $10,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Edinburgh USA Development Trust Inc | The Mind's Eye Project | $96,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | The Scleroderma Center Endowed Fund | $50,000 |
| Carroll County Food Sunday Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Guttmacher Institute Inc | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Animal Aid Unlimited | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Electronic Frontier Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Gordon Research Conferences | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Soi Dog | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ian Cheong
- Dawn Kua
Questions people ask
Does The Tibore Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Tibore Foundation give?
$231,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Tibore Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ian Cheong (VP) and Dawn Kua (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does The Tibore Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and animals.