The Yung Hope Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Yung Hope Foundation is a private foundation in Oak Brook, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $138,144 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $228 and the largest $50,000. 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$138,144
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$228
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,200 the year before.
25% of its 2025 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 | $103,495 | 21 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $106,200 | 19 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $138,144 | 24 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Yung Hope 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 Yung Hope Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 10 | $130,965 |
| New York | 5 | $4,255 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| California | 2 | $500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $100 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $74 |
| Florida | 1 | $50 |
| Montana | 1 | $50 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Evangelical Divinity School | General support | $50,000 |
| Ccuc | General support | $40,000 |
| Pui Tak Christian School | General support | $20,000 |
| Pui Tak Center | General support | $10,365 |
| Urban Voice | General support | $5,000 |
| Resource Global | General support | $5,000 |
| World Venture | Public charity | $2,000 |
| Chinese Christian Herald Crusade | General support | $2,000 |
| NYU | General support | $1,000 |
| Columbia University | General support | $1,000 |
| Chinese Christian Mission | General support | $400 |
| Joshua Fellowship | General support | $300 |
| PS40 PTA | General support | $155 |
| Doctor Without Borders | General support | $100 |
| Chinese America Service League | General support | $100 |
| St Jude | General support | $100 |
| Our Daily Bread Ministries | General support | $100 |
| Bright Promises Foundation | General support | $100 |
| Chinese American Museum of Chicago | General support | $100 |
| Intervarsity | General support | $100 |
| Feed My Starving Children | General support | $74 |
| Shriners Children Hospital | General support | $50 |
| St Joseph Indian School | General support | $50 |
| St Labre Indian School | General support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Dr Cheuk W Yung
- Betsy P Yung
- Sophia M Moy
- Steve C Yung
Questions people ask
Does The Yung Hope Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Yung Hope Foundation give?
$138,144 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $228.
Who runs The Yung Hope Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dr Cheuk W Yung (President), Betsy P Yung (Secetary/Treasurer), Sophia M Moy (Vice President) and Steve C Yung (Vice President).
What does The Yung Hope Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and health.