Liao & Zhou Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Liao & Zhou Foundation is a private foundation in Fremont, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $17,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$17,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$922,324
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $0 | 0 | $458,656 |
| 2025 | $17,500 | 6 | $922,324 |
How to apply
Liao & Zhou 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 Liao & Zhou Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $14,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Golive Musicians League | To support education and the exchange of knowledge | $5,000 |
| UCLA Ee Department | To support education and the exchange of knowledge | $3,500 |
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | To support education and the exchange of knowledge | $3,000 |
| University of Science and Technolog | To support education and the exchange of knowledge | $3,000 |
| Bay Area Chinese Musician Associati | To support education and the exchange of knowledge | $2,000 |
| Californians for Equal Rights Found | To support education and the exchange of knowledge | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Weiping Liao
- Aiden Liao
- Miaomiao Zhou
Questions people ask
Does Liao & Zhou Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Liao & Zhou Foundation give?
$17,500 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Liao & Zhou Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Weiping Liao (President and Director), Aiden Liao (Secretary) and Miaomiao Zhou (Director).
What does Liao & Zhou Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.