Shan's Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shan's Foundation is a private foundation in Los Gatos, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $19,700 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $9,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$19,700
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$9,000
- Assets$378,943
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2024 was down from $21,700 the year before.
14% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $21,700 | 7 | $384,864 |
| 2024 | $19,700 | 7 | $378,943 |
How to apply
Shan's 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 Shan's Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $11,500 |
| New York | 3 | $8,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of California Berkeley Foundation | Donation | $9,000 |
| New York University | Donation | $5,000 |
| Asian Cine-Vision Inc | Donation | $3,000 |
| California Fraternal Order of Police Foundation | Donation | $1,000 |
| Kqed | Donation | $1,000 |
| California Police Youth Charity | Donation | $500 |
| Firefighters Charitable Foundation Inc | Donation | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Jizhang Shan
- Dan Pan
Questions people ask
Does Shan's Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shan's Foundation give?
$19,700 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Shan's Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jizhang Shan (Ceo) and Dan Pan (Cfo).
What does Shan's Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and community development.