Yan and Liu Family Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Yan and Liu Family Private Foundation is a private foundation in Mountain View, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,495 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,125 and the largest $3,145. 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$9,495
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,125
- Largest grant$3,145
- Assets$254,628
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,291 the year before.
63% 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 | $4,667 | 8 | $175,135 |
| 2024 | $5,291 | 9 | $183,455 |
| 2025 | $9,495 | 8 | $254,628 |
How to apply
Yan and Liu Family Private 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 Yan and Liu Family Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $9,295 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $150 |
| Texas | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Usfamilye | Support organizations non-profit activity to promote tech in girls | $3,145 |
| Crochet Circle | Support the creation of Charity and initial funding | $2,500 |
| Harker School | Support organizations school projects | $1,250 |
| Hausner School | Support organizations school projects | $1,250 |
| Be the Change Foundation | Support organizations non-profit activity to promote health in women | $1,000 |
| Svca | Support organizations non-profit activity to promote Asian cultures | $150 |
| KISS institute for practical roboti | Support organizations non-profit activity to promote robotics among young kids | $150 |
| ACP Foundations | Support organizations non-profit activity to promote leadership among kids | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Houqiang Yan
- Weina Liu
- Shaohong Cui
Questions people ask
Does Yan and Liu Family Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Yan and Liu Family Private Foundation give?
$9,495 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,125.
Who runs Yan and Liu Family Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Houqiang Yan (Cfo), Weina Liu (Ceo) and Shaohong Cui (Secretary).
What does Yan and Liu Family Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.