Bui Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bui Family Foundation is a private foundation in Southfield, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,850 and the largest $12,000. 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$45,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,850
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2025 was up from $39,000 the year before.
8% 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 | $35,700 | 10 | $945,709 |
| 2024 | $39,000 | 11 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $45,000 | 12 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Bui 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 Bui Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 11 | $42,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kalamazoo Loaves and Fishes | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $12,000 |
| North Star Reach | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $9,000 |
| Starfish Family Services | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $4,500 |
| Food Gatherers | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $4,000 |
| CRAYONS4KIDS Inc | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $3,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity - Huron Valley | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $3,000 |
| Power Book Bags | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $2,700 |
| Aacorn Farm Inc | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $2,000 |
| Safe Harbor of Grand Traverse Inc | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $1,500 |
| World Medical Relief Inc | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $1,300 |
| St Francis Prayer Center | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $1,000 |
| Harper Strong Foundation Inc | Charitable grant to qualified charity | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lan A Bui
- Tuan A Bui
- William Liston
Questions people ask
Does Bui Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bui Family Foundation give?
$45,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,850.
Who runs Bui Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Lan A Bui (President/Secretary/Direct), Tuan A Bui (Assistant Secretary/Direct) and William Liston (Director).
What does Bui Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.