Birdflower Foundation Corporation
Preselected recipients only
Birdflower Foundation Corporation is a private foundation in Rockville, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $820,939 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $785,939. 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$820,939
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$785,939
- Assets$9.6 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
50% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.1 million | 2 | $15.9 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 3 | $10.9 million |
| 2025 | $820,939 | 4 | $9.6 million |
How to apply
Birdflower Foundation Corporation 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 Birdflower Foundation Corporation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to District of Columbia. It also paid $785,939 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Foundation of Singapore | Uplift our community and create a future legacy | $785,939 |
| Northern Virginia Science Center | Helps young learners explore scientific curiosity | $15,000 |
| Cornerstone Schools of Washingtondc | To provide academically robust education | $15,000 |
| International Leadership Foundation | Educational and charitable purposes | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shixun Qiu
- Xuemei Shen
- Peiliang Cui
Questions people ask
Does Birdflower Foundation Corporation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Birdflower Foundation Corporation give?
$820,939 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Birdflower Foundation Corporation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shixun Qiu (President & Director), Xuemei Shen (Director) and Peiliang Cui (Director).
What does Birdflower Foundation Corporation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.