Jeff & Sherry Hwang Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jeff & Sherry Hwang Foundation is a private foundation in McLean, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $467,600 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $52,100 and the largest $175,000. 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$467,600
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$52,100
- Largest grant$175,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2025 was up from $158,974 the year before.
57% 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 | $129,574 | 15 | $639,671 |
| 2024 | $158,974 | 14 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $467,600 | 7 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Jeff & Sherry Hwang 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 Jeff & Sherry Hwang Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California. It also paid $200,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $175,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $52,600 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation | Disaster Relief | $175,000 |
| Huat Bo Sar Dor Liong Monastery | Temple Support | $100,000 |
| Kaohsiung Municipal Tsoying Sr High | Education Development | $100,000 |
| American Red Cross | Disaster Relief | $52,100 |
| Ncku | Education | $25,000 |
| International Leadership Foundation | Education | $15,000 |
| The Montessori of McLean | Education | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Gwo Ching Hwang
- Heu Li Hwang
Questions people ask
Does Jeff & Sherry Hwang Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jeff & Sherry Hwang Foundation give?
$467,600 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $52,100.
Who runs Jeff & Sherry Hwang Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gwo Ching Hwang (Director) and Heu Li Hwang (Director).
What does Jeff & Sherry Hwang Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, international and education.