Lui Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lui Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $292,612 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $16,000 and the largest $60,000. 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$292,612
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$16,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $247,072 the year before.
67% 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 | $198,216 | 6 | $7.2 million |
| 2024 | $247,072 | 11 | $8.3 million |
| 2025 | $292,612 | 12 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
Lui 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 Lui Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $219,279 |
| New York | 1 | $60,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,333 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| China Institute in America | general fund | $60,000 |
| SF Host Committee | general fund | $50,000 |
| UC San Francisco Foundation | general fund | $50,000 |
| Asian Art Museum | general fund | $42,100 |
| Chinese Historical Society of America | general fund | $29,379 |
| Rose Pak Community Fund | general fund | $20,000 |
| San Francisco opera | general fund | $12,000 |
| MG2 Foundation | donation | $10,000 |
| SF Chinese chamber of commerce | general fund | $8,800 |
| SF Symphony | general fund | $6,000 |
| US Table Tennis Association | general fund | $3,333 |
| Chinatown Media and Arts Collaborative | general fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lawrence Lui
- Gorretti Lui
Questions people ask
Does Lui Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lui Foundation give?
$292,612 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $16,000.
Who runs Lui Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lawrence Lui (Director) and Gorretti Lui (Director).
What does Lui Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.