Lei Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lei Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $13,886 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$13,886
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$374,039
- New grantees43%
Giving in 2024 was up from $12,797 the year before.
43% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $2,487 | 4 | $226,758 |
| 2022 | $1,700 | 2 | $241,734 |
| 2023 | $12,797 | 4 | $302,997 |
| 2024 | $13,886 | 7 | $374,039 |
How to apply
Lei 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 Lei Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $11,137 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $2,696 |
| Texas | 1 | $53 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial and Comm | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Harker School | Educational | $1,500 |
| Olive Children Fundation | Charitable | $1,096 |
| Chuming Educational foundation of NCTU | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Tsinghua Alumni Association | Educational | $137 |
| Asdrp | Charitable | $100 |
| Susan G Komen (Susan G Komen Breast Cancer Foundation) | Charitable | $53 |
Officers and trustees
- Ming Lei
- Zhihua Li
Questions people ask
Does Lei Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lei Family Foundation give?
$13,886 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Lei Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ming Lei (Ceo) and Zhihua Li (Cfo).
What does Lei Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.