Shemastella Foundation
Accepts applications
Shemastella Foundation is a private foundation in Irvine, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 24 grants; the typical grant was $8,500 and the largest $700,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.1 million
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$8,500
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$7.2 million
- New grantees58%
Giving in 2024 was up from $877,800 the year before.
58% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $653,900 | 15 | $8.2 million |
| 2023 | $877,800 | 18 | $8.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 24 | $7.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Ki Hong Park 113 Heather Mist, Irvine, CA 92618 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | ki.park@hubintrnational.com |
| What to submit | Grant application with name & purpose of organization |
What Shemastella Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 21 | $1.6 million |
| Maryland | 2 | $510,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Daesalim USA | Catholic mission | $700,000 |
| Sisters of Mary Boystown | Catholic mission | $500,000 |
| Kkotdongnae Inc | Catholic mission | $300,000 |
| Korean American Special Education | Disabilities education | $223,346 |
| Korea Hope Foundation | Charitable contribution | $200,000 |
| Dosan Memorial Foundation of Americ | To honor korean independence activis | $40,000 |
| St Thomas Korean Catholic Center | Catholic mission | $26,000 |
| Christus Retreat | Catholic mission | $25,000 |
| Spirit Filled Heart Ministry | Catholic mission | $15,000 |
| Charitable Foundation of African Ca | Catholic mission | $12,600 |
| Solph | Catholic mission | $12,500 |
| St John the Evangelist Catholic CH | Medical mission | $10,000 |
| Korean Martyrs Catholic Center | Catholic mission | $7,000 |
| Madison House Youth Center | Catholic mission for youth | $4,000 |
| Spectrum of Hope Foundation | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| MEDI2KOREACOM | Airline ticket donation for kmcc | $2,109 |
| Onesimus Ministry | Christian mission | $2,000 |
| Sarang Community Church | Christian mission | $2,000 |
| Hufs Lagceo | Lagceo development fund | $1,000 |
| Korean Catholic Cursilla Movement | Catholic mission | $1,000 |
| Oba Foundation Inc | Lapd fundraising donation | $1,000 |
| Pacific American Volunteer Non-Prof | Volunteer association donation | $1,000 |
| Raising Bright Youth Project | Youth project concert | $1,000 |
| Our Lady of Peace Korean Catholic C | Chatholic mission | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ki Hong Park
- Timothy Park
Questions people ask
Does Shemastella Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Shemastella Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $8,500.
Who runs Shemastella Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ki Hong Park (President) and Timothy Park (Secretary).
What does Shemastella Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and youth programs.