Arvind and Sowmya Thvar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Arvind and Sowmya Thvar Foundation is a private foundation in Los Altos, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $64,396 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $2,894 and the largest $50,000. 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$64,396
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$2,894
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$921,772
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2025 was up from $26,162 the year before.
75% 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 | $79,241 | 7 | $932,641 |
| 2024 | $26,162 | 5 | $975,474 |
| 2025 | $64,396 | 5 | $921,772 |
How to apply
Arvind and Sowmya Thvar 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $64,396 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Madras Foundation | General Support | $50,000 |
| Foundation for Excellence | General Support | $10,000 |
| Hindu Community and Cultural Ctr | General Support | $2,894 |
| Individual | General Support | $1,001 |
| VSRCC | General Support | $501 |
Officers and trustees
- Sowmya Thvar
- Arvind Parthasarathi
Questions people ask
Does Arvind and Sowmya Thvar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Arvind and Sowmya Thvar Foundation give?
$64,396 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $2,894.
Who runs Arvind and Sowmya Thvar Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sowmya Thvar (Pres/Dir) and Arvind Parthasarathi (Treas/Dir).