Hiram Leong Fong and Ellyn Lo Fong
Preselected recipients only
Hiram Leong Fong and Ellyn Lo Fong is a private foundation in Wailuku, Hawaii. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,750 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. 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$5,750
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$174,089
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $6,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $4,250 | 8 | $120,363 |
| 2024 | $6,000 | 7 | $167,683 |
| 2025 | $5,750 | 7 | $174,089 |
How to apply
Hiram Leong Fong and Ellyn Lo Fong 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 Hiram Leong Fong and Ellyn Lo Fong funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Hawaii.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 7 | $5,750 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Punahou School | Education | $1,000 |
| Maui Food Bank | social services | $1,000 |
| First Chinese Church of Christ | religous | $1,000 |
| University of Hawaii Foundation | Education | $1,000 |
| Maui Strong Hawaii Community Found | social services | $750 |
| Palolo Chinese Home | social services | $500 |
| Hale Makua Health Services | Social services | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Merie Ellen Gushi
- Rodney Fong
- Patsy Fong
- Jennifer Chapman
Questions people ask
Does Hiram Leong Fong and Ellyn Lo Fong accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Hiram Leong Fong and Ellyn Lo Fong give?
$5,750 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Hiram Leong Fong and Ellyn Lo Fong?
Its 2025 filing lists Merie Ellen Gushi (President), Rodney Fong (Director), Patsy Fong (Director) and Jennifer Chapman (Director).
What does Hiram Leong Fong and Ellyn Lo Fong fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and education.