The Yongping and Fei Gu Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Yongping and Fei Gu Foundation is a private foundation in West Bloomfield, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$15,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
67% 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 | $10,000 | 1 | $0 |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 2 | $0 |
| 2025 | $15,000 | 5 | $0 |
How to apply
The Yongping and Fei Gu 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 The Yongping and Fei Gu Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $13,000 |
| Michigan | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Villanova University | Donation to fund scholarships for students in STEM | $10,000 |
| Villanova University | Donation to fund scholarships for students in STEM | $2,000 |
| Villanova University | Donation to fund scholarships for students in STEM | $1,000 |
| Automotive Hall of Fame | Automotive engineering student scholarships | $1,000 |
| Engineering Society of Detroit | Student scholarship in engineering | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Yong Ping Gu
- Fei Lin
- Thomas Gu
- Grace Xiang Gu
Questions people ask
Does The Yongping and Fei Gu Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Yongping and Fei Gu Foundation give?
$15,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Yongping and Fei Gu Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Yong Ping Gu (Executive Director), Fei Lin (Vice Chair), Thomas Gu (Board Treasurer) and Grace Xiang Gu (Board Secretary).
What does The Yongping and Fei Gu Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.