We Trust
We Trust is a private foundation designated as a 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trust. The organization is located in the Cayman Islands and operates as a grantmaking foundation with a primary focus on advancing children's rights in the Great Lakes region of Africa.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$25.8M
-4.6% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.9M
-2.7% YoY
Grant Count
25
-24.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$78K
+28.4% YoY
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, We Trust reported a distributable amount of $1.2M for 2024 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Mission & Focus Areas
We Trust primarily funds projects that advance children's rights in the Great Lakes region in Africa. The foundation's grantmaking reflects a commitment to addressing exploitation, human trafficking, and emergency humanitarian needs affecting vulnerable populations, particularly children and migrant workers.
Grantmaking
We Trust made 29 grants in 2024. Recent grants include:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
We Trust funds organizations working in Africa's Great Lakes region, as well as international organizations addressing children's rights and human trafficking issues globally, including projects in Bangladesh, the Middle East, and other regions.
Grant Distribution by State
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
As of Fiscal Year Ending December 2024:
- Total Assets: $25,787,006
- Total Revenue: $998,822
- Total Expenses: $2,234,992
- Net Income: -$1,236,170
- Total Liabilities: $0
Revenue Composition:
- Dividends: $939,324
- Interest Revenue: $6,372
- Sales of Assets: $53,059
- Other Income: $67
Expenses:
- Charitable Disbursements: $2,234,992 (100% of notable expenses)
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $25,787,006 | $27,023,176 | $28,727,554 |
| Revenue | $998,822 | $586,286 | $797,455 |
| Expenses | $2,234,992 | $2,290,664 | $2,459,157 |
| Qualifying Distributions | $2,234,992 | $2,290,664 | $2,459,157 |
| Net Investment Income | — | — | — |
| Distributable Amount | $1,242,194 | $1,251,823 | $1,400,673 |
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
151 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Global Fund for Children ($262,498), Peoples Courage International Inc (formerly Jan Sahas Usa Inc) ($196,399), Madre Inc ($150,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AANGAN TRUST | THE 3-YEAR GRANT IS TO SUPPORT THE CHILD SAFETY SYSTEMS FOR COMMUNITIES IN CRISIS PROJECT IN WEST BENGAL FROM 2024 TO 2027. | $80,000 |
| MIDDLE EAST CHILDRENS ALLIANCE BERKELEY, CA | THE GRANT IS TO SUPPORT MECA'S GAZA EMERGENCY AIDS TO PROVIDE FOOD PARCELS IN GAZA AND THE WEST BANK. | $77,550 |
| KIDS IN NEED OF DEFENCE WASHINGTON, DC | THE GRANT IS TO SUPPORT THE STRENGTHENING CHILD PROTECTION IN HONDURAS PROJECT. THE FIRST PAYMENT OF US$100,000 WAS MADE IN 2024 AND THE SECOND US$100,000 WILL BE IN 2026. | $100,000 |
| KIDS IN NEED OF DEFENCE WASHINGTON, DC | THE 3-YEAR GRANT IS TO SUPPORT THE PROJECT PROTECTING THE RIGHTS AND WELL-BEING OF UNACCOMPANIED AND SEPARATED CHILDREN IN GUATEMALA AND HONDURAS FROM 2025 TO 2027. | $90,000 |
| MADRE INC NEW YORK, NY | THE 3-YEAR GRANT IS TO SUPPORT THE ENDING GENDER VIOLENCE PROGRAM FROM 2024 TO 2027. | $150,000 |
| FUND FOR GLOBAL HUMAN RIGHTS WASHINGTON, DC | THE GRANT IS TO SUPPORT THE PROJECT PROMOTING WOMENS RIGHTS IN THE PHILIPPINES. | $40,250 |
| GLOBAL FUND FOR CHILDREN WASHINGTON, DC | THE 2-YEAR GRANT IS TO SUPPORT THE ADDRESSING THE ROOT CAUSES OF EXPLOITATION IN BANGLADESH PROJECT FOR DEVELOPING COMMUNITY-SPECIFIC INTERVENTIONS TO ADDRESS THE ROOT CAUSES OF TRAFFICKING IN BANGLADESH FROM 2023 TO 2024. | $262,498 |
| FRIDA-THE YOUNG FEMINIST FUND | THE 2-YEAR GRANT IS TO SUPPORT THE CATALYZING STRONGER FEMINIST MOVEMENTS PROJECT FROM 2025 TO 2026. | $100,000 |
| INTER PARES | THE 3-YEAR GRANT IS TO SUPPORT THE STRENGTHENING CIVIL SOCIETY IN MYANMAR PROJECT FROM 2024 TO 2027. | $125,000 |
| INTER PARES | IT IS AN EMERGENCY GRANT TO UPGRADE THE HEALTH SERVICES IN CONFLICT-AFFECTED COMMUNITIES ACROSS BURMA/MYANMAR. | $50,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROBERT HUNG | OFFICER/ENFORCER | 10 | — |
| NITA ING | ENFORCER | 8 | — |
| ARAGON TRUST COMPANY | TRUSTEE | 28 | $62,000 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does We Trust fund?
We Trust primarily funds projects that advance children's rights in the Great Lakes region in Africa. The foundation's grantmaking reflects a commitment to addressing exploitation, human trafficking, and emergency humanitarian needs affecting vulnerable populations, particularly children and migrant workers.
How do I apply for a grant from We Trust?
We Trust made 29 grants in 2024. Recent grants include: • **Global Fund for Children**: $262,498 for a 2-year grant supporting the "Addressing the Root Causes of Exploitation in Bangladesh" project, developing community-specific interventions to address trafficking in Bangladesh (2023-2024) • **Justice in Motion**: $90,000 for a 5-year grant (2024-2029) supporting prevention of abuse and human trafficking of migrant workers through education and legal action • **Middle East Children's Alliance …
Where does We Trust make grants?
We Trust funds organizations working in Africa's Great Lakes region, as well as international organizations addressing children's rights and human trafficking issues globally, including projects in Bangladesh, the Middle East, and other regions.
What size grants does We Trust award?
In 2024, We Trust awarded 25 grants totaling $1.9M — an average of about $78K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
How much is We Trust required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2024, We Trust reported a distributable amount of $1.2M on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is We Trust's EIN?
We Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 98-6077250. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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