Li-Qiu Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Li-Qiu Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $461,960 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $140,960. 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$461,960
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$140,960
- Assets$10.3 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $463,329 the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $343,209 | 10 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $463,329 | 8 | $9.1 million |
| 2025 | $461,960 | 9 | $10.3 million |
How to apply
Li-Qiu Family 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-Qiu Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 6 | $256,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $140,960 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Stroke Coalition | Rapid alaska stroke care initiative | $140,960 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | 2025 concert for the city fall 2025(boston) | $100,000 |
| Boston Children's Museum | Project expenses related to 2026 steam; community play day(s); dream it! Build it! | $55,000 |
| Community Music Center of Boston | General support | $50,000 |
| National Philanthropic Trust | Contribution to donor-advised fund | $50,000 |
| Boston Comic Arts Foundation Limited | 2025 festival season & comics camp | $40,000 |
| Culture Lab Lic Inc | Grant for expenses related to day to day operations | $15,000 |
| Bethany Community Services | 2025 expenses for senior home residents to take arts/culture enrichment trips and invite guest speakers/activities | $10,000 |
| Lawrence Neighborhood Association Partnership | 2025 light up lawrence - celebrate america. Fireworks for 4th of july neighborhood celebration | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Y Li
Questions people ask
Does Li-Qiu Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Li-Qiu Family Foundation give?
$461,960 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Li-Qiu Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter Y Li (Trustee).
What does Li-Qiu Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and youth programs.