Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust
Preselected recipients only
Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $71.6 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $155,000 and the largest $10.0 million. 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$71.6 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$155,000
- Largest grant$10.0 million
- Assets$67.0 million
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2024 was up from $8.6 million the year before.
77% 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 | $8.6 million | 13 | $92.1 million |
| 2024 | $71.6 million | 24 | $67.0 million |
How to apply
Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust 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 Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 20 | $34.0 million |
| New York | 1 | $305,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial Club Foundation | The chicago police leadership academy | $10.0 million |
| Chicago Cred Inc | General operations | $7.0 million |
| The Field Museum | General operations | $5.2 million |
| Cara Collective | General operations | $5.0 million |
| Depaul University | Sue gin scholars initiative | $3.0 million |
| Univ of Chicago Crime Lab | Unengaged youth project | $1.0 million |
| Rush University Medical Center | General operations | $958,086 |
| Chinese American Service League | General operations | $550,000 |
| Rush University Medical Center | Chicago encounter | $500,000 |
| Rush University Medical Center | College of nursing health clinic | $400,000 |
| Greater Jamaica Development Corp | Sue ling gin fellowships | $305,000 |
| University of Chicago | Office of civic engagement donation | $160,000 |
| Automotive Mentoring Group | General operations | $150,000 |
| Brain Research Foundation | General operations | $25,000 |
| Midwest Global Alliance | Midwest good matters campaign | $25,000 |
| Navy Pier Inc | Sponsorship | $25,000 |
| Peacetrees Vietnam | General operations | $20,000 |
| North American Word Game Players Association | Collegiate scrabble championship | $10,000 |
| One Tree Planted | Wildfire restoration in ca | $5,500 |
| Friends of Alzheimer's Chicago | General operations | $5,000 |
| Meals on Wheels Chicago | General operations | $5,000 |
| The National Museum of Mexican Art | General operations | $5,000 |
| Lycee Francais de Chicago | Sponsorship | $4,750 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Chicago | General operations | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Cotton
- Robert Hamada
- Mark V Noffke- As of 31425
Questions people ask
Does Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust give?
$71.6 million in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $155,000.
Who runs Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists David Cotton (Trustee), Robert Hamada (Trustee) and Mark V Noffke- As of 31425 (Executive Director).
What does Sue Ling Gin Foundation Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and arts and culture.