Li-Verhaaren Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Li-Verhaaren Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $66,971 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $33,486 and the largest $66,454. 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$66,971
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$33,486
- Largest grant$66,454
- Assets$16,173
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $61,337 the year before.
50% 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 | $8,059 | 0 | $2,541 |
| 2024 | $61,337 | 2 | $6,308 |
| 2025 | $66,971 | 2 | $16,173 |
How to apply
Li-Verhaaren 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 Li-Verhaaren Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $66,454 |
| California | 1 | $517 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church of Jesus Christ | Charity | $66,454 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund PC | Charity | $517 |
Officers and trustees
- Jialin Li
- Nathaniel Verhaaren
- Shanshan Li
Questions people ask
Does Li-Verhaaren Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Li-Verhaaren Foundation give?
$66,971 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $33,486.
Who runs Li-Verhaaren Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jialin Li (Director), Nathaniel Verhaaren (Director) and Shanshan Li (Director).
What does Li-Verhaaren Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, human services and youth programs.