Lisz Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Lisz Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $81,800 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $20,300 and the largest $20,700. 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$81,800
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$20,300
- Largest grant$20,700
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $77,700 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $77,700 | 6 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $77,700 | 5 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $81,800 | 5 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Lisz 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 Lisz Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $30,900 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,400 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,300 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge in America | Szeming sze fund | $20,700 |
| University of Pittsburgh School of Nursing | Szeming sze scholarship | $20,400 |
| Yale University | Li ming scholarship | $20,300 |
| Emma Willard School | L.i.s.z. Foundation | $10,200 |
| Wellesley College | Alice tong sze scholarship | $10,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Chia-Ming Sze
- Maurice Wei
- Lisa Wei-Haas
- David Sze
Questions people ask
Does Lisz Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lisz Foundation Inc give?
$81,800 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $20,300.
Who runs Lisz Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Chia-Ming Sze (Chairman), Maurice Wei (Director), Lisa Wei-Haas (Director) and David Sze (Secy/Treasury).
What does Lisz Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.