The Sunshine Foundation
Invitation OnlyPalo Alto, California · EIN 36-3955558 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$90K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$12,500
Total assets$1.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
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
16% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Partners in Education | Palo Alto, CA | Exempt purpose of organization | $25,000 |
| Stanford University Development Services | Stanford, CA | Exempt purpose of organization | $25,000 |
| Greene Middle School PTA | Palo Alto, CA | Exempt purpose of organization | $12,500 |
| Escondido Elementary PTA | Stanford, CA | Exempt purpose of organization | $12,500 |
| Giving Back Fund | Boston, MA | Exempt purpose of organization | $10,000 |
| Stanford University Development Services | Stanford, CA | Exempt purpose of organization | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $90,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $60,000 | 5 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jul 23, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202502049349100415
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3955558
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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