Ngai Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ngai Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $41,938 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $30,088. 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$41,938
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$30,088
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $28,901 the year before.
25% of its 2024 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 | $28,901 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2024 | $41,938 | 9 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Ngai 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 Ngai Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 8 | $41,109 |
| New York | 1 | $829 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Casl | Donation | $30,088 |
| Sacred Heat Schools | Donation | $6,000 |
| Misericordia | Donation | $1,036 |
| Assumption Church | Donation | $1,035 |
| Assumption Church | Donation | $1,000 |
| Archdiocese of Chicagp | Donation | $1,000 |
| Cornel Lab of Orthithology | Donation | $829 |
| Stigna | Donation | $500 |
| Shedd Aquarimu | Donation | $450 |
Officers and trustees
- Maihang Ngai
- Ho Ying Choi
- Jun Zhou
Questions people ask
Does Ngai Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ngai Foundation give?
$41,938 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Ngai Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Maihang Ngai (President), Ho Ying Choi (Director) and Jun Zhou (Director).
What does Ngai Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.