Kwon Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Kwon Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Port Washington, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,850 in 27 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $28,000. 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$71,850
- Number of grants27
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$28,000
- Assets$4.6 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,450 the year before.
54% 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 | $36,690 | 28 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $50,450 | 33 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $71,850 | 27 | $4.6 million |
How to apply
Kwon 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 Kwon Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $34,000 |
| New York | 10 | $20,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $13,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $1,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $1,500 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| California | 1 | $500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $50 |
| Florida | 1 | $50 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Korean American Scholarship Foundat | Scholarshop for college students | $28,000 |
| International Foundation for SKK Un | Scholarship for students | $13,000 |
| Stump Mission Ny Inc | Christian mission support | $5,500 |
| Light & Love Ny Inc | Christian mazazine publication | $4,500 |
| Korean American Scholarship Foundat | Scholarship for college students | $3,000 |
| Tree of Life Presbyt Church | Church donation | $3,000 |
| Yale Presyterian Church | Church donation | $2,600 |
| Pinehurst Foundation | Community support | $2,000 |
| Oregon Women Prison Ministry | Christian mission support | $1,500 |
| Denver Seminary | Christian education support | $1,000 |
| Inca Mission | Christian mission support | $1,000 |
| Korean Alumni Assoc of NBTS Inc | Scholarship support | $1,000 |
| Korean Chinese Mission Church | Church donation | $1,000 |
| New Brunswick Theology Seminary | Christian education support | $1,000 |
| Ohio Northern University | Education support | $1,000 |
| Pres Rhee Syngman Memorial Assoc | Community support | $1,000 |
| Dong Duk Girl's High School Alumni | Scholarship support | $500 |
| Global Children's Foundation | Chilrdren care support | $500 |
| PGH America Foundation | Community support | $350 |
| American Alzheimer Assoc | Community support | $50 |
| American Cance Society | Community support | $50 |
| American Heart Association | Medical rearch support | $50 |
| American Lung Association | Medical research support | $50 |
| Food for Poor | Community support | $50 |
| Shriners Processing Center | Community support | $50 |
| Sierra Club | Commiunity support | $50 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Eucation support | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Tae Jin Kwon
- Min Ok Kwon
- Young Kook Kwon
Questions people ask
Does Kwon Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kwon Foundation Inc give?
$71,850 in tax year 2025, across 27 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Kwon Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Tae Jin Kwon (President), Min Ok Kwon (Treasurer/Se) and Young Kook Kwon (Director).
What does Kwon Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and international.