World Education Fund
Preselected recipients only
World Education Fund is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $4,600 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $4,600 and the largest $4,600. 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$4,600
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$4,600
- Largest grant$4,600
- Assets$489,761
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $35,000 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 | $58,000 | 2 | $296,001 |
| 2024 | $35,000 | 2 | $353,656 |
| 2025 | $4,600 | 1 | $489,761 |
How to apply
World Education Fund 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 World Education Fund funds
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UTena Youth Organization | Secondary and post-secondary education funding for poor students | $4,600 |
Officers and trustees
- Shan-I Judy Severson
- Denis Severson
- Matthew Severson
- Alice Zhang
- Elizabeth Trueman
Questions people ask
Does World Education Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does World Education Fund give?
$4,600 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $4,600.
Who runs World Education Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Shan-I Judy Severson (Director President), Denis Severson (Director Treasurer), Matthew Severson (Director) and Alice Zhang (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does World Education Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and youth programs.