Liu Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Liu Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cupertino, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $14,659 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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$14,659
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,000 the year before.
83% 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 | $0 | 0 | $245,405 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 3 | $568,481 |
| 2025 | $14,659 | 9 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Liu 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 Liu Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $12,659 |
| Ohio | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hao Expression Dance Company | Charity | $5,000 |
| Est Sports and Fitness | Charity | $3,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $2,000 |
| American Heart Association | Charity | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $1,000 |
| Ramon Moreno Ballet Foundation | Charity | $680 |
| Lawson Middle School | Charity | $600 |
| Ca Academy of Science | Charity | $379 |
Officers and trustees
- Rong Liu
- Ling Dong
- Ming Dong
Questions people ask
Does Liu Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Liu Family Foundation give?
$14,659 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Liu Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rong Liu (President), Ling Dong (Secretary) and Ming Dong (Treasurer).
What does Liu Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.