The Liu Kuo-Sung Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Liu Kuo-Sung Foundation is a private foundation in Fremont, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $200,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$200,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$313,301
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $201,116 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 | $704,589 |
| 2023 | $204,396 | 2 | $307,720 |
| 2024 | $201,116 | 2 | $269,680 |
| 2025 | $200,000 | 1 | $313,301 |
How to apply
The Liu Kuo-Sung 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Liu Kuo-Sung Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $200,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University | In collaboration with harvard university to publish all the works done by artist liu, kuo-sung, known as the "father of modern chinese ink paintings". | $200,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lin Lee
- Lin-I Liu
Questions people ask
Does The Liu Kuo-Sung Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Liu Kuo-Sung Foundation give?
$200,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs The Liu Kuo-Sung Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lin Lee (Ceo) and Lin-I Liu (Secretary).
What does The Liu Kuo-Sung Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.