Sunshine and Love Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sunshine and Love Foundation is a private foundation in Hillsborough, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $10,273 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $1,500. 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$10,273
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$1,500
- Assets$335,990
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $12,140 the year before.
13% 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 | $12,140 | 19 | $288,106 |
| 2024 | $10,273 | 16 | $335,990 |
How to apply
Sunshine and Love 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 Sunshine and Love Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California. It also paid $744 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $6,229 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
| New York | 2 | $800 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Beiyinu Alumnae Foundation | Donation | $1,500 |
| National Taiwan University Academic Development Foundation Inc | Donation | $1,500 |
| Iweilan Cultural Forum | Donation | $1,000 |
| Keqed Inc | Donation | $1,000 |
| Millbrae Cultural Club | Donation | $1,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Donation | $500 |
| National Parks Conservation Association | Donation | $500 |
| Post -Peninsula Open Space Trust | Donation | $500 |
| Self Help for the Elderly | Donation | $500 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | Donation | $500 |
| New Hope Chinese Cancer Care Foundation | Donation | $500 |
| Friendship Music Culture Foundation | Donation | $465 |
| Cooper Union | Donation | $300 |
| Hope Cancer Society | Donation | $279 |
| Filoli Center | Donation | $129 |
| International House Berkeley | Donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Shan-Shan Chen
- Nelson Chen
- Victor Chen
- Race Chen
Questions people ask
Does Sunshine and Love Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sunshine and Love Foundation give?
$10,273 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Sunshine and Love Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Shan-Shan Chen (Ceo), Nelson Chen (Cfo), Victor Chen (Secretary) and Race Chen (Legal Agent).
What does Sunshine and Love Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, international and health.