The Wu and Yan Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wu and Yan Family Foundation is a private foundation in Purchase, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $550,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $120,000 and the largest $200,000. 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$550,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$120,000
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$12.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $495,000 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 | $65,000 | 4 | $11.6 million |
| 2024 | $495,000 | 5 | $10.5 million |
| 2025 | $550,000 | 5 | $12.2 million |
How to apply
The Wu and Yan 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 The Wu and Yan Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $400,000 |
| New York | 2 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| MIT - Massachusetts Institute of Technology | For an endowed fund- support for STEM outreach programs | $200,000 |
| Wellesley College | For an endowed fund - support for inclusive teaching for economics faculty | $150,000 |
| Columbia University | For an endowed scholarship - undergraduate support | $120,000 |
| Wellesley College | For an endowed scholarship - financial aid | $50,000 |
| Rye Country Day School | Dr. Meredith dechabert endowed fund for professional development | $30,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ding Wu
- Jinghua Yan
Questions people ask
Does The Wu and Yan Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wu and Yan Family Foundation give?
$550,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $120,000.
Who runs The Wu and Yan Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ding Wu (President/Treasury/Secretary) and Jinghua Yan (Director).
What does The Wu and Yan Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.