Bao Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bao Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,793 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $333 and the largest $6,122. 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$9,793
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$333
- Largest grant$6,122
- Assets$223,527
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3,570 the year before.
89% 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 | $6,591 | 8 | $181,138 |
| 2024 | $3,570 | 8 | $208,440 |
| 2025 | $9,793 | 9 | $223,527 |
How to apply
Bao 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 Bao Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas. It also paid $6,805 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $2,888 |
| California | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Elderly Villager Pension Fund | Support retirement of poor and edly farmers | $6,122 |
| Russell Creek Chinese RCCGC Church | Weekly church support | $1,320 |
| EchoEdu | Support early education | $900 |
| Villager Student Aid | Education support for Middle-school students from poor families | $683 |
| Gospel Music Communicatio | event music night | $333 |
| Zhenjiang Memorial Fund | Help surviving family of Zhenjiang Li | $200 |
| ACYPA Performing Arts | Supporting Asia performing arts | $100 |
| DAF Fidelity | Donor advised fund in Fidelity | $100 |
| Allen Youth Sports Association | Supporting chess game | $35 |
Officers and trustees
- Tianming Bao
- Xiaohang Lyu
Questions people ask
Does Bao Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bao Family Foundation give?
$9,793 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $333.
Who runs Bao Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tianming Bao (President) and Xiaohang Lyu (Manager).
What does Bao Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and education.