Wenstar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Wenstar Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,150 and the largest $2,000. 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$7,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,150
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$282,876
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,500 the year before.
17% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,000 | 6 | $231,027 |
| 2024 | $5,500 | 5 | $260,384 |
| 2025 | $7,000 | 6 | $282,876 |
How to apply
Wenstar 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 Wenstar Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $5,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $800 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $700 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Relief | Donations | $2,000 |
| American High School Fremont Unified School District | Donations | $1,500 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Clara | Donations | $1,500 |
| University of Missouri | Donations | $800 |
| National Park Foundation | Donations | $700 |
| The Board of Trustees of the Leland Stanford Junior University | Donations | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Yu Shu
- Linda Wu
Questions people ask
Does Wenstar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wenstar Foundation give?
$7,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,150.
Who runs Wenstar Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Yu Shu (President) and Linda Wu (Secretary).
What does Wenstar Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.