The Wu Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wu Family Foundation is a private foundation in Reston, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,100 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $7,100. 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$20,100
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$7,100
- Assets$441,041
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,400 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 | $1,000 | 1 | $346,160 |
| 2024 | $5,400 | 3 | $398,681 |
| 2025 | $20,100 | 3 | $441,041 |
How to apply
The Wu 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 Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $7,100 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $6,500 |
| New York | 1 | $6,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Harvard University | General support | $7,100 |
| Sidwell Friends School | General support | $6,500 |
| The River School | General support | $6,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Carl Wu
- Lisa Wu
- Priscilla Wu Cheng
Questions people ask
Does The Wu Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wu Family Foundation give?
$20,100 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs The Wu Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Carl Wu (President and Director), Lisa Wu (Vice President and Director) and Priscilla Wu Cheng (Sec'y/Treasurer and Director).
What does The Wu Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.