Sincere Efforts Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Sincere Efforts Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Bronx, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,700 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $25,000. 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$56,700
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$761,876
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $750 the year before.
83% 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 | $33,000 | 2 | $521,754 |
| 2024 | $750 | 1 | $839,145 |
| 2025 | $56,700 | 6 | $761,876 |
How to apply
Sincere Efforts Foundation Inc 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 Sincere Efforts Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $45,700 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $11,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ny Philharmonic | Donations | $25,000 |
| Lawrence University | Donations | $11,000 |
| Wave Hill | Donations | $7,500 |
| The Metropolitan Opera | Donations | $7,500 |
| Barnard College | Donations | $5,000 |
| Mulan Club | Donations | $700 |
Officers and trustees
- Lan Huang
- Yue Jia
- Ke Huang
- Hong Ye PHD
Questions people ask
Does Sincere Efforts Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sincere Efforts Foundation Inc give?
$56,700 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Sincere Efforts Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Lan Huang (Ceo), Yue Jia (Cfo, Secretary), Ke Huang (Director) and Hong Ye PHD (Director).
What does Sincere Efforts Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.