The Li Lu Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Li Lu Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.9 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $75,000 and the largest $2.0 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$3.9 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$75,000
- Largest grant$2.0 million
- Assets$103 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.4 million the year before.
8% of its 2024 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 | $5.4 million | 26 | $80.5 million |
| 2024 | $3.9 million | 12 | $103 million |
How to apply
The Li Lu 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 Li Lu Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York. It also paid $103,098 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 5 | $3.1 million |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $300,000 |
| Washington | 3 | $181,000 |
| California | 2 | $170,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Asian American Foundation | To support the asian american and pacific islander community in their pursuit of belonging and prosperity that is free from discrimination, slander, and violence. | $2.0 million |
| Columbia University | Contribution to support the develoment of the university's faculty and student body and support | $1.0 million |
| Endowment of the US Institute of Peace | To support activities in furtherance of the united states institute of peace | $300,000 |
| University of California San Diego | To support education | $120,000 |
| The Paradise International Foundation | To support international environmental causes | $103,098 |
| University of Washington Foundation | To support education | $100,000 |
| Committee of 100 | Contrubution to support participation of chinese americans in american society | $50,000 |
| Edward Charles Foundation | Contribution to support impacting lives and communities in worthwhile causes | $50,000 |
| Seattle University | To | $50,000 |
| NYU Stern Business School | Support the education provided by stern business school | $33,400 |
| St Thomas School | Contribution to support education | $31,000 |
| National Minority Supplier Development Council | To support excluded communities of color in the american experient of free-market capitalism | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Li Lu
Questions people ask
Does The Li Lu Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Li Lu Foundation give?
$3.9 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $75,000.
Who runs The Li Lu Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Li Lu (Grantor).
What does The Li Lu Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.