Dawning Development Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dawning Development Foundation is a private foundation in Shoreview, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $500. 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$1,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$500
- Assets$218,144
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $584 the year before.
100% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $356 | 2 | $100,255 |
| 2023 | $584 | 2 | $146,063 |
| 2024 | $584 | 2 | $190,923 |
| 2025 | $1,000 | 2 | $218,144 |
How to apply
Dawning Development 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 Dawning Development Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mounds View Science Olympiad | Support tournament registration fees, uniforms, building & test materials | $500 |
| Am Language Education Institute | Support high quality english language training and understanding of american culture to help international students achieve academic & professional success. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jia Guo
- Xin Liu
- Gloria Liu
Questions people ask
Does Dawning Development Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dawning Development Foundation give?
$1,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Dawning Development Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jia Guo (Secretary Treasurer), Xin Liu (President) and Gloria Liu (Board Member).
What does Dawning Development Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and international.