The Li Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Li Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Berkeley, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $404,313 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $65,000 and the largest $279,313. 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$404,313
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$65,000
- Largest grant$279,313
- Assets$10.9 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $392,106 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $356,216 | 4 | $9.2 million |
| 2024 | $392,106 | 3 | $10.2 million |
| 2025 | $404,313 | 3 | $10.9 million |
How to apply
The Li Foundation Inc 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 Li Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut. It also paid $65,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 1 | $279,313 |
| California | 1 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Yale University | Fellowship | $279,313 |
| Academia Sinica | Fellowship | $65,000 |
| Needham Research Center | Fellowship | $60,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Eric Leong
- Renyung Ho
- Andrew Leong
- Conner Deduonni
- Brian Leong
- Anna Li
- Finn Li
- Christina van Zandt
- Taie Li
- Dillon Deduonni
- Minfong Ho Dennis
- Ling Kou Li
Questions people ask
Does The Li Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Li Foundation Inc give?
$404,313 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $65,000.
Who runs The Li Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Eric Leong (Treasurer), Renyung Ho (Director), Andrew Leong (President) and Conner Deduonni (Director) among 12 officers and trustees.
What does The Li Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and science and research.