The Huo Family Foundation is a grant-giving foundation based in London, United Kingdom. Established in 2009, it operates as a private foundation focused on supporting impactful projects through strategic philanthropic giving. The Foundation is headquartered at Third Floor, 20 Old Bailey, London, EC4M 7AN.
Key facts about Huo Family Foundation
- EIN
- 27-1227674
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2024
- Annual giving (2024)
- $9,696,007
- Grants made (2024)
- 30
- Average grant
- $323,200
- Median grant
- $191,499
- New grantees (estimate)
- 33% first-time grantees (9 of 27, 2024)
- Total assets
- $248,374,779
- Primary geography
- New York (51% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- How to apply
- Applicants can submit proposals through the Foundation's grant portal at https://grants.huofamilyfoundation.org/. Full details ↓
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology). Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Huo Family Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Huo Family Foundation's 30 itemized 2024 grants were New York (51%). The most frequent recipient cities were New York, NY (5 grants). 10% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Small Pilot Grants." (7 grants) and "Production Support." (3 grants).
Is Huo Family Foundation open to new grantees?
33%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 9 of 27 grantees (33%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $104K; repeat grants $487K. How we count
Medians: $32K first-time, $265K repeat.
- 63% of 2024 grantees were also funded in 2023. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (+17%). Method
- In 2024 it paid out 87% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2020–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$248.4M
+14.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$9.7M
-7.9% YoY
Grant Count
30
+57.9% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$323K
-41.7% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Huo Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $12.2M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation's mission is to support education, communities, and the pursuit of knowledge. Its current strategic focus areas are:
- Education
- The Arts
- Science (with particular emphasis on neuroscience and research related to digital technology)
Since its inception in 2009, the Foundation has pledged over $100 million to support projects across multiple regions.
Grantmaking
The Foundation has made 30 grants in 2024, with a total of 84 grants funded since 2009.
Grant Range
**: $507,000 - $1,560,000 (over grant lifetime)
Average Grant
**: Approximately $323,000 (2024)
Review Cycle
### Recent Grant Activity
How to Apply
Applicants can submit proposals through the Foundation's grant portal at https://grants.huofamilyfoundation.org/
Ready to take the next step with Huo Family Foundation?
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation funds projects in:
- United Kingdom
- United States
- China (historical focus, though current emphasis appears to be UK and US)
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 30 itemized 2024 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (2024)
- Total Assets: $248,374,779 (up 14.3% year-over-year)
- Annual Giving: $9,696,007 (down 7.9% year-over-year)
- Revenue: $27,431,197
- Expenses: $5,618,457
- Qualifying Distributions: $10,527,159
Historical Financial Data
| Year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $248,374,779 | $27,431,197 | $5,618,457 | $10,527,159 |
| 2023 | $217,310,608 | $26,561,279 | $14,201,456 | $11,039,449 |
| 2022 | $187,700,987 | $32,550,499 | $8,082,481 | $5,360,515 |
Tax Status
- EIN: 27-1227674
- Tax-Exempt Status: Since April 2010
- Classification: 501(c)(3) organization
- Note: Donations to this organization are not tax deductible
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $248,374,779 | $217,310,608 | $187,700,987 |
| Revenue | $27,431,197 | $26,561,279 | $32,550,499 |
| Expenses | $5,618,457 | $14,201,456 | $8,082,481 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $10,527,159 | $11,039,449 | $5,360,515 |
| Net Investment Income | $7,471,810 | $14,046,761 | $9,093,849 |
| Distributable Amount | $12,169,769 | $10,058,063 | $9,104,207 |
Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
107 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Huo Family Foundation
Huo Early Career Fellowships Grant
Huo Family Foundation
Amount
Up to US $507,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Huo Junior Faculty Research Grants
Huo Family Foundation
Amount
Up to US $780,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Huo Special Projects
Huo Family Foundation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Metropolitan Museum of Art ($4,100,000 across 2 grants), Teach First ($604,999), Columbia University ($500,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART NEW YORK, NY | NEW MODERN & CONTEMPORARY ART WING. | $4,000,000 |
| TEACH FIRST | HEADTEACHER RECRUITMENT AND STEM TEACHER RECRUITMENT. | $604,999 |
| COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY NEW YORK, NY | SCHOLARSHIP FOR MSPH AND SUMMER PRACTICUMS. | $500,000 |
| TEACH FOR CHINA HK LTD | UNRESTRICTED FUNDING. | $500,000 |
| VICTORIA & ALBERT MUSEUM | EXHIBITION SUPPORT FOR THE GREAT MOGHULS AND THE MUSIC IS BLACK: A BRITISH STORY. | $350,629 |
| THE COURTAULD INSTITUTE OF ART | EXHIBITION SERIES LEAD PARTNER. | $333,728 |
| TATE GALLERIES | EXHIBITION SUPPORT FOR HURVIN ANDERSON. | $321,595 |
| ROYAL ACADEMY HOUSE | EXHIBITION SUPPORT FOR MICHELANGELO, LEONARDO, RAPHAELS AND KERRY JAMES MARSHALL. | $317,133 |
| NATIONAL GALLERY | EXHIBITION SUPPORT FOR THE LAST CARAVAGGIO AND SIENA: THE RISE OF PAINTING, 1300-1500. | $286,878 |
| OXFORD INTERNET INSTITUTE | ADOLESCENT WELLBEING IN THE DIGITAL AGE. | $265,428 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Dr. Yan Huo: Founder and Managing Partner/Chief Investment Officer of Capula Investment Management LLP. Became a signatory of The Giving Pledge in December 2020.
- Rebecca Stewart: Chief Executive
- Gary Wilson: Director
- Brett Pachonick: Finance Director
- Natalie Sawaryn: Financial Controller
The Foundation is characterized by the personal connections its Trustees cultivate with grant recipients, with Trustees funding projects and initiatives that resonate with their own interests and life experiences.
Compensation Overview
No officer or director reported compensation in the available filings.
From 2024 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yan Huo | Chairman | 5 | — |
| Xue Fang Outgoing 0924 | Director | 5 | — |
| Nancy Montmarquet | Director | 5 | — |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Foundation has announced major investments in research on the effects of digital technology on children and young people, including:
Huo Family Foundation Awards $17.6M for Groundbreaking Research on the Impact\Awards of $17.6 million for groundbreaking research on the impact of digital technology on young people
Huo Family Foundation Awards $17.6M for Groundbreaking Research on the Impact\Commitments of over $2.6 million to nine new grants
Launch of a major investment in a research program examining the impact of digital technology on brain development, social behaviors, and mental health in young people
Huo Family Foundation Awards $17.6M for Groundbreaking Research on the Impact\The Foundation maintains an active grant portal and continues to accept proposals for research and special projects aligned with its strategic focus areas.
Huo Family Foundation Awards $17.6M for Groundbreaking Research on the Impact\Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Huo Family Foundation fund?
The Foundation's mission is to support education, communities, and the pursuit of knowledge. Its current strategic focus areas are: • **Education** • **The Arts** • **Science** (with particular emphasis on neuroscience and research related to digital technology) Since its inception in 2009, the Foundation has pledged over $100 million to support projects across multiple regions.
How do I apply for a grant from Huo Family Foundation?
Applicants can submit proposals through the Foundation's grant portal at https://grants.huofamilyfoundation.org/. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does Huo Family Foundation make grants?
The Foundation funds projects in: • United Kingdom • United States • China (historical focus, though current emphasis appears to be UK and US)
What size grants does Huo Family Foundation award?
In 2024, Huo Family Foundation awarded 30 grants totaling $9.7M — an average of about $323K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is Huo Family Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, Huo Family Foundation reported a distributable amount of $12.2M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Huo Family Foundation's EIN?
Huo Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-1227674. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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