Joyful Sunshine Foundation
Invitation OnlyLos Altos, California · EIN 86-1404525 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$15K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$1,118
Total assets$3.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $96 and $3,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
37% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bullies Purissima Elementary Foundation | Los Altos, CA | Education | $8,821 |
| Pinewood School | Los Altos Hills, CA | Education | $3,000 |
| Foothill-De Anza Foundation | Los Altos Hills, CA | Public Charity | $2,000 |
| Cmomorg | New York, CA | Science | $1,118 |
| Amnh | New York, NY | Education | $96 |
| Met Museum of Art | New York, NY | Education | $60 |
| De Anza College | Cupertino, CA | Education | $0 |
| Beta Education Foundation | Portland, OR | Education | $0 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,095 | 8 |
| 2023 | $13,277 | 8 |
| 2022 | $12,217 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 3, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202630349349100513
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 86-1404525
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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