Shymas Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shymas Foundation is a private foundation in San Diego, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,500 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $7,500. 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$7,500
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$281,838
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $8,022 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $7,290 | 2 | $134,283 |
| 2024 | $8,022 | 1 | $185,790 |
| 2025 | $7,500 | 1 | $281,838 |
How to apply
Shymas 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Shymas Foundation funds
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wenzhou China School | Provides 25 deserving and needy students with financial resources to help pursue enrichment and higher education. | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Shuhuan Yu
Questions people ask
Does Shymas Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shymas Foundation give?
$7,500 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Shymas Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shuhuan Yu (President).
What does Shymas Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and international.