RM Liu Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
RM Liu Family Foundation is a private foundation in Gardena, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $49,200 and the largest $448,307. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$49,200
- Largest grant$448,307
- Assets$2.1 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was down from $14.0 million the year before.
44% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $14.0 million | 6 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 9 | $2.1 million |
How to apply
RM 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 RM Liu Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 7 | $852,507 |
| Indiana | 1 | $250,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fu Jen University Foundation | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $448,307 |
| University of Notre Dame | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $250,000 |
| Torrance Memorial Hospital | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $200,000 |
| GIVE2ASIA | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $130,000 |
| Pacific Council on International Policy | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $49,200 |
| China Institute in America | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| The Representation Project | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $10,000 |
| USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $5,000 |
| Coliseum of Art Antiques & Americana | Unrestricted grant to further the organization's exempt purpose | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Justin R Liu
- Emily Liu Foy
- Mimi W Liu
- Robert W Liu
Questions people ask
Does RM Liu Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does RM Liu Family Foundation give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $49,200.
Who runs RM Liu Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Justin R Liu (Secretary), Emily Liu Foy (President), Mimi W Liu (Cfo) and Robert W Liu (Vice-President).
What does RM Liu Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.