Tri-Valley Morning Star Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tri-Valley Morning Star Foundation is a private foundation in San Ramon, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $10,022 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $463 and the largest $6,000. 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$10,022
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$463
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees91%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9,856 the year before.
91% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $5,010 | 6 | $517,300 |
| 2023 | $9,856 | 7 | $824,069 |
| 2024 | $10,022 | 11 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Tri-Valley Morning Star 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 Tri-Valley Morning Star Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California. It also paid $1,392 in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $7,780 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $200 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| TriValley Bread Of Life Christian Church | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Grape Vine Mission Center General Funding | Charitable | $1,000 |
| International Committee of The Red Cross | Charitable | $500 |
| International Patrons of Duomo di Milano Inc | Charitable | $500 |
| Grape Vine Mission Center (Orphan Village) | Charitable | $480 |
| Gros Smun Ster | Charitable | $463 |
| YWAM St Moritz | Charitable | $300 |
| Swiss Museum of Transport | Charitable | $226 |
| Pro Nature Switzerland | Charitable | $203 |
| Grand Canyon Conservancy specially for Hualapai Tribe | Charitable | $200 |
| Groton School | Educational | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Bin Xiao
- Shujuan Gu
Questions people ask
Does Tri-Valley Morning Star Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tri-Valley Morning Star Foundation give?
$10,022 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $463.
Who runs Tri-Valley Morning Star Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Bin Xiao (Ceo) and Shujuan Gu (Cfo).
What does Tri-Valley Morning Star Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, international and environment and conservation.