Joe & Emmy Liu Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Joe & Emmy Liu Foundation is a private foundation in Fremont, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $9,200 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $1,600 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$9,200
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$1,600
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $16,000 the year before.
75% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $9,101 | 1 | $5.3 million |
| 2023 | $16,000 | 4 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $9,200 | 4 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
Joe & Emmy Liu 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Joe & Emmy Liu Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 3 | $4,200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Eclat Foundation | Support education, culture and social welfare | $5,000 |
| KTSF Go | Support education, culture and social welfare | $2,000 |
| Silicon Valley Chinese American | Support education, culture and social welfare | $1,200 |
| City of Fremont Human Service Department | Support education, culture and social welfare | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph Y Liu
- Emmy Liu
Questions people ask
Does Joe & Emmy Liu Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Joe & Emmy Liu Foundation give?
$9,200 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $1,600.
Who runs Joe & Emmy Liu Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Joseph Y Liu (Ceo/Director) and Emmy Liu (Secretary/Treasurer/Director).
What does Joe & Emmy Liu Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.