Lumos Charitable Foundation
Historical FunderSan Jose, California · EIN 46-3927235 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $5,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | SHERRY MO |
|---|---|
| Address | 6176 COUNTESS DRIVE, SAN JOSE CA 95129 |
| Phone | 4083686261 |
| Form and materials | A FUND REQUESTING LETTER SHOULD BE SUBMITTED, WHICH INCLUDES A DESCRIPTION OF THE ORGANIZATION AND THE INTENDED PURPOSES OF THE FUND. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
50% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard College Fund | Cambridge, MA | Charitable contribution | $10,000 |
| University of Houston | Houston, TX | Charity purpose | $5,000 |
| Harker School | San Jose, CA | Charitable contribution | $2,500 |
| San Jose Public Library Foundation | San Jose, CA | Charity purpose | $1,000 |
| National History Day | College Park, MD | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| The Tech Museum of Innovation | san Jose, CA | Charity purpose | $225 |
The return also lists 3 grants to individuals ($8,012). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $27,737 | 9 |
| 2023 | $33,363 | 10 |
| 2022 | $27,984 | 15 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632199349100993
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-3927235
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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