Lu Wang Family Foundation

Open & Accessible
Private Foundation
LOS ALTOS, CaliforniaMicroEIN: 822326809
Health CharitiesCultural Heritage NonprofitsEducation NonprofitsCommunity Service ClubsLibraries

This organization is a private foundation dedicated to charitable giving. Its mission centers on supporting health-related initiatives, cultural heritage, education, and community service. The foundation funds a variety of nonprofit organizations, including medical foundations, cultural projects, educational institutions, and community service clubs. It primarily serves recipients in California, reflecting a strong commitment to local causes, while also extending support to organizations in other states.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026

Ideal Applicant

A small-to-midsize nonprofit with a clear local presence in California (health, education, cultural heritage, or community services) seeking modest operating or program support, able to submit a concise written request by mail or phone contact.

Good Fit

  • Organizational base or program activity in California.
  • Request size in the low-thousands (typical grants are under $5,000).
  • Clear, concise application materials prepared for mailed submission.
  • Programmatic fit with health, education, cultural heritage, libraries, or community services.

Geography

Restrictive

Observed giving is heavily concentrated in California: the latest year shows 91% of dollars staying in-state despite a handful of out-of-state recipients across four states.

Recipient Variety

Broad

For a micro private foundation the portfolio funds many independent organizations (16 distinct recipients in the latest year, with similar counts in prior years) across health, education, cultural and community causes, even though the top five recipients account for a majority of dollars.

New Applicants

Broad

Direct evidence of new entrants exists (new recipients appeared in recent years) and the filing includes explicit application guidance plus a named mailing address and phone contact, so unfamiliar applicants appear plausibly able to enter the portfolio.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026