1729 Foundation
Preselected recipients only
1729 Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $650,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $350,000. 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$650,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$43.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $625,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $625,000 | 4 | $14.3 million |
| 2024 | $650,000 | 4 | $43.2 million |
How to apply
1729 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1 | $350,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $100,000 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Charity Water Charity Water | General purpose | $350,000 |
| Give Directly Inc Give Directly Inc | General purpose | $100,000 |
| North Texas Food Bank North Texas Food Bank | General purpose | $100,000 |
| The Against Malaria Foundation US the Against Malaria Foundation US | General purpose | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenny T-K Feng
- Esther Chin-Hwa Tam Feng
- Remedios Tam
Questions people ask
Does 1729 Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does 1729 Foundation give?
$650,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs 1729 Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kenny T-K Feng (Director/Pre), Esther Chin-Hwa Tam Feng (Vice Preside) and Remedios Tam (Director).