Hong Fa Foundation
Accepts applications
Hong Fa Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $21,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $10,500 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$21,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$10,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$953,402
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was down from $27,705 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $0 | 0 | $511,679 |
| 2023 | $27,705 | 4 | $869,430 |
| 2024 | $21,000 | 2 | $953,402 |
How to apply
| Contact | Gerard Trione 5619 del Monte Drive, Houston, TX 77056 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (281) 330-8753 |
| What to submit | All organizations are required to submit proof of exempt status. |
What Hong Fa Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| McDonald Observatory - Hetdex Fund | To support research related to dark energy and public education. | $20,000 |
| Hillsdale College | To support higher education. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Gerard Trione
- Chunmei Castro
- Theresa Henkel
- Thomas Henkel
Questions people ask
Does Hong Fa Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Hong Fa Foundation give?
$21,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $10,500.
Who runs Hong Fa Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Gerard Trione (President), Chunmei Castro (Vice President), Theresa Henkel (Secretary) and Thomas Henkel (Treasurer).
What does Hong Fa Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.