The Eugene and Lai Wong Foundation
Invitation OnlyReno, Nevada · EIN 56-2467140 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$149K
Organizations funded15
Typical grant$2,000
Total assets$2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
53% of grants went outside Nevada.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Nevada Reno | Reno, NV | Charitable | $102,486 |
| Reno Philharmonic | Reno, NV | Charitable | $10,000 |
| E2 Vegas | Las Vegas, NV | Charitable | $9,500 |
| Calvary Chapel Green Valley | Henderson, NV | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Epic Church | San Francisco, CA | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | Boone, NC | Charitable | $5,000 |
| New Horizons | Colorado Springs, CO | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Catalina High School Foundation | Tucson, AZ | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Hillsdale College | Hillsdale, MI | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Tunnel 2 Towers | Staten Island, NY | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Hayek Group | Reno, NV | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mt Rose Ski Foundation | Reno, NV | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Layman's Foundation | Cambridge, MA | Charitable | $500 |
| Leadership Foundation | Henderson, NV | Charitable | $500 |
| Pop's Foundation | Livermore, CA | Charitable | $250 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $149,236 | 15 |
| 2023 | $92,559 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 19, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202622319349101112
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 56-2467140
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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