Kengena Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kengena Foundation is a private foundation in Irving, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $501,000 in 35 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$501,000
- Number of grants35
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$11.3 million
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $420,000 the year before.
15% of its 2025 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 | $307,000 | 30 | $7.4 million |
| 2024 | $420,000 | 34 | $9.3 million |
| 2025 | $501,000 | 35 | $11.3 million |
How to apply
Kengena 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 Kengena Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 16 | $311,000 |
| California | 10 | $95,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $32,000 |
| Georgia | 2 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $13,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baylor Scott & White Irving Foundation | Community medical clinic | $80,000 |
| Irving Bible Church | Operating fund | $70,000 |
| Intellichoice | Scholarship fund | $25,000 |
| Eis Family A38 | Operation fund | $25,000 |
| Crisis Ministries | Operating fund | $20,000 |
| My Refuge House | Mission fund | $20,000 |
| Route 21 | Operating fund | $20,000 |
| Mission to the World | Mission fund | $15,000 |
| Ywam-Aiim Pneuma Springs | Mission fund | $12,000 |
| Stepping Stone Ministries | Scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| David & Ellen Ross Scholarship Foundation | Scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship fund | $10,000 |
| Many Helping Hands | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| East West Ministries International | Mission/operating fund | $10,000 |
| House of Light - Casa Luz | Mission fund | $10,000 |
| Kaleo Collective | Mission fund | $10,000 |
| Peak Hope Foundation | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Glorious Generation Foreign Mission | Mission fund | $10,000 |
| Lifechange Housing Associates | Mission fund | $10,000 |
| Navigators | Mission fund | $10,000 |
| Families Forward | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| One World Health | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Stray Point Art Project | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Global Harvest Church | Mission fund | $10,000 |
| Reliant Mission | Mission fund | $10,000 |
| DFW Korean Tennis Association | Operating fund | $10,000 |
| Barnabas and Co | Mission/operating fund | $10,000 |
| Redeemer Presbyterian Church | Japan mission fund | $5,000 |
| The Gospel Coalition | Mission fund | $5,000 |
| Peter's Canyon Elementary PTO | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| Point for Charity Association | Mission fund | $5,000 |
| Pioneer Middle School PTO | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| One World Surgery | Operating fund | $5,000 |
| Cru | Mission fund | $3,000 |
| Dallas Master Chorale | Operating fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kenneth H Kim
- Gena Y Kim
- Monica Y Han
- Daniel Y Kim
- Theresa E Choi
Questions people ask
Does Kengena Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kengena Foundation give?
$501,000 in tax year 2025, across 35 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Kengena Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kenneth H Kim (President), Gena Y Kim (Director), Monica Y Han (Director) and Daniel Y Kim (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Kengena Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.