SHEIN Foundation
Preselected recipients only
SHEIN Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.3 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $300,000. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$11.1 million
- New grantees90%
Giving in 2025 was down from $2.6 million the year before.
90% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 3 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $1.3 million | 11 | $11.1 million |
How to apply
SHEIN 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 SHEIN Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 4 | $600,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $300,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $150,000 |
| California | 3 | $100,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $80,000 |
| New York | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boys & Girls Clubs of America | General & Unrestricted | $300,000 |
| The Association of Professional Schools of Interna | Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) - fund to support research activities at SIPA | $250,000 |
| The Association of Professional Schools of Interna | General & Unrestricted | $250,000 |
| Dress for Success Indianapolis Inc | General & Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| Dress for Success Chattanooga | General & Unrestricted | $80,000 |
| John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | General & Unrestricted | $75,000 |
| California Fire Foundation | L.A. Wildfire Relief Efforts | $50,000 |
| New York-Presbyterian Fund Inc | Center for Youth Mental Health | $50,000 |
| Caring for Military Families the Elizabeth Dole Fo | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation | L.A. Wildfire Relief Efforts | $25,000 |
| Pasadena Humane Society | L.A. Wildfire Relief Efforts | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Day
- Leonard Lin
- Annabella Ng
- Sharon Tan
- Donald Tang
- Frances Townsend
Questions people ask
Does SHEIN Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SHEIN Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs SHEIN Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter Day (Treas), Leonard Lin (Dir), Annabella Ng (Pres) and Sharon Tan (Sec) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does SHEIN Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and human services.