Grace and Li Yu Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Grace and Li Yu Family Foundation is a private foundation in Los Angeles, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $619,075 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $187,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$619,075
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$187,500
- Assets$9.0 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was down from $829,425 the year before.
42% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $460,298 | 61 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $829,425 | 62 | $8.4 million |
| 2025 | $619,075 | 20 | $9.0 million |
How to apply
Grace and Li Yu Family 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 Grace and Li Yu Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $606,200 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $11,875 |
| Maryland | 1 | $500 |
| Texas | 1 | $300 |
| Colorado | 1 | $100 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Grammy Museum Foundation Inc | Charitable purpose | $187,500 |
| Wish of Angel's Missions | Charitable purpose | $110,000 |
| Huntington Memorial Hospital Inc | Charitable purpose | $100,000 |
| Buddhist Tzu Chi Foundation | Charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Los Angeles Fire Department Foundat | Charitable purpose | $50,000 |
| Childrens Hospital Los Angeles | Charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Grace Truth Community Church of Los | Charitable purpose | $25,000 |
| Panda Cares Foundation | Charitable purpose | $22,000 |
| The Uc Regents | Charitable purpose | $17,400 |
| UCLA Foundation | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Blood Cancer United | Charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charitable purpose | $7,500 |
| International Campaign for Tibet | Charitable purpose | $1,875 |
| Youth Business Alliance | Charitable purpose | $1,400 |
| Braille Books for Blind Children | Charitable purpose | $500 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable purpose | $300 |
| Braille Institute | Charitable purpose | $200 |
| Second Chances for Blind Dogs Foundation | Charitable purpose | $200 |
| American Indian College Fund | Charitable purpose | $100 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Charitable purpose | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Grace Yu
- Li Yu
Questions people ask
Does Grace and Li Yu Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Grace and Li Yu Family Foundation give?
$619,075 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Grace and Li Yu Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Grace Yu (Ceo) and Li Yu (Cfo/Secretary).
What does Grace and Li Yu Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and youth programs.