The Hu & Luo Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Hu & Luo Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.4 million in 23 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $1.3 million. 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$2.4 million
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$1.3 million
- Assets$46.2 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.7 million the year before.
39% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.7 million | 22 | $42.8 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 23 | $46.2 million |
How to apply
The Hu & Luo 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 The Hu & Luo Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $1.3 million |
| Maryland | 2 | $350,000 |
| California | 8 | $325,000 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $47,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $25,546 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Charitable (Daf) | General fund | $1.3 million |
| World Relief Corporation | General fund | $300,000 |
| Youversion | General fund | $100,000 |
| First Baptist Church of San Francisco | General fund | $100,000 |
| Rise University Preparatory | General fund | $60,000 |
| Alpha USA | Alpha ap | $50,000 |
| Friends of Hong Kong Charities | Ctcap | $50,000 |
| Life in Abundance International | General fund | $50,000 |
| The Veritas Forum | General fund | $50,000 |
| Starfish Project Inc | General fund | $50,000 |
| Stratum Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| Axis | General fund | $25,000 |
| Church of the Cross | Writer in residence | $25,000 |
| Evangelical Students Union of Ethiopia | General fund | $25,000 |
| Intl Generosity Foundation Trust | General fund | $25,000 |
| Thornston Educational Fund | General fund | $25,000 |
| Total Institute for Development & East Asia | General fund | $25,000 |
| Intl Ministries | General fund | $12,000 |
| Companion With the Poor | General fund | $10,000 |
| Harbor House Ministries | General fund | $10,000 |
| Intl Ministries Oghs - Thailand Floods | General fund | $10,000 |
| Servant Partners | General fund | $5,000 |
| Compassion International | General fund | $546 |
Officers and trustees
- George Hu
- Kaiqian Luo
Questions people ask
Does The Hu & Luo Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Hu & Luo Family Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Hu & Luo Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists George Hu (President Director) and Kaiqian Luo (Director).
What does The Hu & Luo Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.