Pei Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Pei Family Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $42,000 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$42,000
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2025 was up from $36,900 the year before.
63% 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 | $26,200 | 8 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $36,900 | 7 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $42,000 | 8 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Pei 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 Pei Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 2 | $10,000 |
| Nevada | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Intl Buddhist Progress Society | General fund | $10,000 |
| Childrens Foundation Las Vegas | General fund | $5,000 |
| Rice University | General fund | $5,000 |
| Childrens Council of San Francisco | General fund | $5,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House | General fund | $5,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | General fund | $5,000 |
| Felton Institute | General fund | $5,000 |
| AARP Foundation | General fund | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kevin Pei
- Melinda Pei
Questions people ask
Does Pei Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Pei Family Foundation give?
$42,000 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Pei Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kevin Pei (Pres Dir) and Melinda Pei (Secy CFO Dir).
What does Pei Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.