Li & Lin Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Li & Lin Foundation is a private foundation in Fremont, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,100 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $550 and the largest $800. 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$1,100
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$550
- Largest grant$800
- Assets$27,106
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $800 | 1 | $25,669 |
| 2024 | $1,000 | 1 | $25,455 |
| 2025 | $1,100 | 2 | $27,106 |
How to apply
Li & Lin 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 Li & Lin Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $800 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | To support education | $800 |
| NC State Engineering Foundation NC | To support education | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Hui Li
- Yanxia Lin
Questions people ask
Does Li & Lin Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Li & Lin Foundation give?
$1,100 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $550.
Who runs Li & Lin Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Hui Li (Ceo) and Yanxia Lin (Cfo).
What does Li & Lin Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.