Gao and Sons Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gao and Sons Foundation is a private foundation in Sugar Land, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $90,523 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,130 and the largest $36,803. 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$90,523
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,130
- Largest grant$36,803
- Assets$467,663
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2025 was down from $167,511 the year before.
36% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $167,511 | 8 | $514,600 |
| 2025 | $90,523 | 11 | $467,663 |
How to apply
Gao and Sons 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 Gao and Sons Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 7 | $80,193 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,900 |
| California | 1 | $3,130 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houston Chinese Church | Support activities | $36,803 |
| Fort Bend Community Church | Support church activities | $22,500 |
| Chinese Christisan Herald Crusades Inc | Support church activities | $10,840 |
| Fort Bend Care Center | Support activities | $8,200 |
| Cru Ministries | Support activities | $3,900 |
| Kerith Ravine Ministry | Support activities | $3,130 |
| Omf International | Support activities | $2,000 |
| Liebenzell USA | Support activities | $1,300 |
| East and West Ministries International | Support activities | $1,200 |
| Christar International Inc | Support activities | $500 |
| West Houston Chinese Church | Support activities | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Feng Gao
- Ping Chen
- James X Gao
- Samuel X Gao
Questions people ask
Does Gao and Sons Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gao and Sons Foundation give?
$90,523 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,130.
Who runs Gao and Sons Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Feng Gao (Director), Ping Chen (Director), James X Gao (Director) and Samuel X Gao (Director).
What does Gao and Sons Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.