Pine Spring Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pine Spring Foundation is a private foundation in Bellaire, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $4,450 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $600 and the largest $3,000. 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$4,450
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$600
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$183,478
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4,865 the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $2,555 | 2 | $84,274 |
| 2022 | $2,602 | 2 | $120,235 |
| 2023 | $4,865 | 6 | $167,864 |
| 2024 | $4,450 | 4 | $183,478 |
How to apply
Pine Spring 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 Pine Spring Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas. It also paid $3,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $750 |
| Michigan | 1 | $450 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Long Yan 2nd High School | charitable | $3,000 |
| St Johns School | charitable | $750 |
| UltraCamp | charitable | $450 |
| Yale University | educational | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Yiji Lin
- Xiaomeng Lian
Questions people ask
Does Pine Spring Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pine Spring Foundation give?
$4,450 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $600.
Who runs Pine Spring Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Yiji Lin (Ceo) and Xiaomeng Lian (Cfo).
What does Pine Spring Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.