HE Foundation
Preselected recipients only
HE Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $2,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. 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$2,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $1,000 | 1 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1,000 | 1 | $0 |
| 2025 | $2,000 | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
HE 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 HE Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in California. It also paid $1,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tsu Chi Foundation | For LA Wildfire Donation | $1,000 |
| America Hebei General Charmer Commerce | Public Event | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lihua Wang
Questions people ask
Does HE Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does HE Foundation give?
$2,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs HE Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lihua Wang (President & CEO).
What does HE Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.