Zhiyuan Yining Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zhiyuan Yining Foundation is a private foundation in Los Gatos, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $265,600 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$265,600
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$9.7 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was up from $84,019 the year before.
64% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $84,019 | 7 | $5.0 million |
| 2024 | $265,600 | 11 | $9.7 million |
How to apply
Zhiyuan Yining 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 Zhiyuan Yining Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $178,600 |
| Oklahoma | 2 | $58,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $13,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michael and Amber Change Foundation | Sports | $150,000 |
| The University of Oklahoma Foundati | Educational | $55,000 |
| Faith in Grace Bible Church | Donation | $20,000 |
| Rhode Island School of Design | Educational | $15,000 |
| Albert Einstein College of Medicine | Educational | $13,000 |
| Xiamen University Alumni Associatio | Educational | $3,000 |
| Kiss Institute Practical Robotics | Scientific | $3,000 |
| Beijing Association of N California | Charitiy | $3,000 |
| League of Women Voters | Public charity | $1,600 |
| Chinese American Professors Associa | Educational | $1,000 |
| Silicon Valley Community Media | Charitable activity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Fang Wu
- Runsheng He
Questions people ask
Does Zhiyuan Yining Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zhiyuan Yining Foundation give?
$265,600 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Zhiyuan Yining Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Fang Wu (Ceo President) and Runsheng He (Secretary).
What does Zhiyuan Yining Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.