The Lu Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Lu Family Foundation is a private foundation in Plano, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.2 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $1.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.2 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$14.9 million
- New grantees53%
Giving in 2024 was up from $902,994 the year before.
53% of its 2024 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 | $902,994 | 16 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $2.2 million | 17 | $14.9 million |
How to apply
The Lu 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 Lu Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $1.0 million |
| Florida | 1 | $1.0 million |
| California | 1 | $150,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Family First Network | General support | $1.0 million |
| DTS Foundation | General support | $700,000 |
| Texas Tech Foundation | General purpose | $150,000 |
| TLC Foundation | General support | $150,000 |
| Formosan Christian Church of Dallas | General support | $59,000 |
| FWDFC | General support | $24,000 |
| Chinese Christian Fellowship Int'l | General support | $20,000 |
| BCM International | General support | $20,000 |
| Mission to the World | General support | $20,000 |
| Little Shepherd Foundation | General purpose | $17,000 |
| Christian Creative Communication Ce | General support | $13,000 |
| Church Ministries International | General support | $10,000 |
| Good News Christian Fellowship Chur | General support | $10,000 |
| National Institute for Labor Relati | General purpose | $5,000 |
| Ncku Texas | General purpose | $4,000 |
| Northwest Chinese Church | General support | $3,000 |
| Disabled American Veterans | General purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alice Lu
- David Lu
- Oan-Yu Lu
- Keh-Shew Lu
Questions people ask
Does The Lu Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Lu Family Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Lu Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alice Lu (Secretary), David Lu (Treasurer), Oan-Yu Lu (Vice Pres) and Keh-Shew Lu (President).
What does The Lu Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.