Chandna Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chandna Foundation is a private foundation in Menlo Park, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$34.9 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.3 million | 14 | $27.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 12 | $34.9 million |
How to apply
Chandna 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 Chandna Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $1.0 million |
| California | 8 | $189,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Case Western University | Education support | $1.0 million |
| Washington University | Education | $100,000 |
| Stanford University | Education | $72,000 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technolo | Community support | $50,000 |
| Peninsula Bridge | Education | $33,000 |
| Parikrma USA | Community support | $25,000 |
| Santa Clara University | Education | $25,000 |
| Menlo School | Education | $20,000 |
| Silicon Valley Social Venture Fund | Community support | $20,000 |
| Shine Together | Community support | $15,000 |
| Maitri | Community support | $3,000 |
| SF Moma | Art support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Aarti Chandna
- Asheem Chandna
Questions people ask
Does Chandna Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chandna Foundation give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Chandna Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Aarti Chandna (President) and Asheem Chandna (Treasurer).
What does Chandna Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.