The Lu Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lu Foundation is a private foundation in Denver, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $218,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,500 and the largest $50,000. 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$218,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $204,000 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $204,000 | 12 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $218,000 | 12 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
The Lu 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 4 | $92,500 |
| New York | 2 | $67,500 |
| California | 2 | $31,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $8,500 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $8,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Project Angel Heart | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Pro Publica | Charitable | $27,500 |
| ActivateWork Denver | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Foundation for National Progress | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Chinese Hospital San Francisco | Charitable | $11,000 |
| SafeHouse Denver Inc | Charitable | $10,000 |
| State Innovation Exchange | Charitable | $8,500 |
| Adopt a Family of Palm Beach | Charitable | $8,500 |
| Urban Peak | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Quincy Institute | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Tennessee Children's Home | Charitable | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- C Mike Lu
- C Maria Lu
- Y Jeff Lu
- Connie Lu
Questions people ask
Does The Lu Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lu Foundation give?
$218,000 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,500.
Who runs The Lu Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists C Mike Lu (President), C Maria Lu (Secretary), Y Jeff Lu (Director) and Connie Lu (Director).