Seren Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Seren Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $32,838 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $5,919 and the largest $20,000. 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$32,838
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$5,919
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$725,350
How to apply
Seren 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 Seren Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $32,838 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Innoview Foundation | General support for educational access and charitable education programs. | $20,000 |
| Menlo School | General educational support for the schools charitable and educational programs. | $6,500 |
| Woodland School | General educational support for the schools charitable and educational programs. | $5,338 |
| Feiyu Theater | Support for theater arts education cultural programming and community performances. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shizhe Shen
- Ying Chen
Questions people ask
Does Seren Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Seren Foundation give?
$32,838 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $5,919.
Who runs Seren Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shizhe Shen (Trustee) and Ying Chen (Trustee).
What does Seren Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.