Shoreline Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shoreline Family Foundation is a private foundation in Danville, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $158,100 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$158,100
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$6.5 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $110,750 the year before.
67% 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 | $162,500 | 9 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $110,750 | 7 | $5.6 million |
| 2025 | $158,100 | 9 | $6.5 million |
How to apply
Shoreline Family 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 Shoreline Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $126,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $22,100 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Peninsula Bridge Program | General support | $60,000 |
| Stanford University | General support | $30,000 |
| East Palo Alto Academy Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $20,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of the Peninsula | General support | $10,000 |
| Northwestern University | General support | $10,000 |
| Asian Pacific Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| Malala Fund | General support | $2,100 |
| Korean American Community Foundation of San Francisco | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Edward Han
- Polly Liu
Questions people ask
Does Shoreline Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shoreline Family Foundation give?
$158,100 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Shoreline Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edward Han (Vp/Director) and Polly Liu (Ceo/Secretary).
What does Shoreline Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.