Universal Sunlight Foundation
Historical FunderSan Marino, California · EIN 27-1016751 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,020 and $30,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | BIN FEN CHENG |
|---|---|
| Address | 530 S LAKE AVENUE 718, PASADENA CA 91101 |
| Phone | 6265838288 |
| Form and materials | REQUEST IN WRITING |
| Deadlines | N/A |
| Restrictions | N/A |
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
20% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center | Los Angeles, CA | Charitable | $1,000,000 |
| Namo Amitabha Society | Arcadia, CA | Charitable | $30,000 |
| United Charity Foundation | San Marino, CA | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Center for Coastal Studies | Provincetown, MA | Charitable | $6,020 |
| Buddhas Light International Associa | Hacienda Heights, CA | Charitable | $5,000 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($85,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,141,020 | 7 |
| 2023 | $2,062,076 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513189349103396
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-1016751
- Profile updated Nov 9, 2026
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