Friends of Ren Xue International Inc
Preselected recipients only
Friends of Ren Xue International Inc is a private foundation in Orinda, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $36,100 and the largest $672,246. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$36,100
- Largest grant$672,246
- Assets$493,012
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $45,066 the year before.
60% 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 | $1.3 million | 7 | $477,567 |
| 2024 | $45,066 | 3 | $209,064 |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 5 | $493,012 |
How to apply
Friends of Ren Xue International Inc 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 Friends of Ren Xue International Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in California. It also paid $1.2 million in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $36,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ren Xue International | 1) Share Ren Xue with the wider world by increasing ease of accessibility to encourage more people to begin or progress their journey. 2) Foster a thriving and growing cadre of teachers who have the support they need to teach to a high standard. 3) Safeguard the integrity and sustainability of the organization, through effective use of resources, financial and fundraising planning, and knowledge gathering. 4) Nurture the Ren Xue community by fostering deepening interconnections among regional affiliates, teachers, donors and practitioners. 5) Lay foundations for Ren Xue's future growth and development. | $672,246 |
| Ren Xue Centre Australasia | Developing and constructing a Ren Xue Retreat Centre in Onekak Golden Bay Aotearoa/New Zealand. | $477,485 |
| Ren Xue of Americas | Exclusively for General Support Ren Xue of the Americas(RXA) | $36,100 |
| Ren Xue Europe Association | Exclusively for General Support Ren Xue Europe | $34,300 |
| Ren Xue Africa | Exclusively for General Support Ren Xue Africa | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarah A Hinds
- Katrina King
- Jana Chamales
- Melissa Liu
Questions people ask
Does Friends of Ren Xue International Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Friends of Ren Xue International Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $36,100.
Who runs Friends of Ren Xue International Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Sarah A Hinds (President), Katrina King (Secretary), Jana Chamales (Treasurer) and Melissa Liu (Director).
What does Friends of Ren Xue International Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.