Kuo Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Kuo Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,800 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $2,750 and the largest $5,000. 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$11,800
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$2,750
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$6,070
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $7,100 the year before.
50% of its 2025 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 | $7,100 | 2 | $4,685 |
| 2024 | $7,100 | 2 | $7,569 |
| 2025 | $11,800 | 4 | $6,070 |
How to apply
Kuo Charitable Foundation Inc 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 Kuo Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 3 | $8,800 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lyric Opera of Chicago | Educational & cultural | $5,000 |
| Scoliosis Society | Educational & culturaleducational & culturaleducational & cultural | $3,000 |
| Chicago Symphony Orchestra | Educational & cultural | $2,500 |
| Sundry Organized Charities | Educational & cultural | $1,300 |
Officers and trustees
- Christina E Kuo
- Ken N Kuo
- Ken S Kuo
Questions people ask
Does Kuo Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kuo Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$11,800 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $2,750.
Who runs Kuo Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Christina E Kuo (President & Director), Ken N Kuo (Secretary & Director) and Ken S Kuo (Director).
What does Kuo Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.