Wong Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wong Family Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,500 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$14,500
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$2.6 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $1.3 million |
| 2025 | $14,500 | 10 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
Wong Family 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 Wong Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 7 | $12,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $1,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| By the Hand Club for Kids | Charity | $5,000 |
| Friends of Payton Association | Charity | $2,527 |
| Honeycomb Project | Charity | $2,073 |
| Walter Payton College Prep | Charity | $1,500 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Charity | $1,000 |
| World Vision | Charity | $1,000 |
| World Vision | Charity | $500 |
| Walter Payton College Prep | Charity | $400 |
| Friends of Payton Association | Charity | $250 |
| Friends of Payton Association | Charity | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Novita Wong
- David Wong
- Zach Wong
Questions people ask
Does Wong Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wong Family Foundation give?
$14,500 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Wong Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Novita Wong (President), David Wong (Treasurer) and Zach Wong (Secretary).
What does Wong Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.