The Tree by the River Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Tree by the River Foundation Inc is a private foundation in San Mateo, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $94,264 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $47,132 and the largest $77,000. 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$94,264
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$47,132
- Largest grant$77,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $65,565 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 | $54,045 | 2 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $65,565 | 2 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $94,264 | 2 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
The Tree by the River Foundation Inc 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 The Tree by the River Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Rhode Island.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | 1 | $77,000 |
| California | 1 | $17,264 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vanguard Charitable Fund | Charitable | $77,000 |
| Ark Baptist Church | Charitable | $17,264 |
Officers and trustees
- Shihhao Liu
- Peiling Chen
- Joseph Liu
- Felicity Liu
Questions people ask
Does The Tree by the River Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Tree by the River Foundation Inc give?
$94,264 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $47,132.
Who runs The Tree by the River Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Shihhao Liu (President), Peiling Chen (V-President), Joseph Liu (Director) and Felicity Liu (Director).
What does The Tree by the River Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.