Chintu Gudiya Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Chintu Gudiya Foundation is a private foundation in Alameda, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $879,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $22,500 and the largest $800,000. 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$879,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$22,500
- Largest grant$800,000
- Assets$25.5 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $407,254 the year before.
80% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $552,993 | 9 | $20.9 million |
| 2023 | $407,254 | 10 | $23.1 million |
| 2024 | $879,500 | 6 | $25.5 million |
How to apply
Chintu Gudiya 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 Chintu Gudiya Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $800,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $50,000 |
| California | 2 | $27,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Darsa | To work with philanthropists and social entrepreneurs to create large scale social change. | $800,000 |
| Global Impact Forum | To work with philanthropists and social entrepreneurs to create large scale social change. | $25,000 |
| Global Impact Forum | To work with philanthropists and social entrepreneurs to create large scale social change. | $25,000 |
| Avanti Fellow USA | To work with philanthropists and social entrepreneurs to create large scale social change. | $20,000 |
| 360PLUS Foundation | To work with philanthropists and social entrepreneurs to create large scale social change. | $7,500 |
| Atree USA | To work with philanthropists and social entrepreneurs to create large scale social change. | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Donald Ajit Lobo
- Mari Grace Tilos
Questions people ask
Does Chintu Gudiya Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Chintu Gudiya Foundation give?
$879,500 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $22,500.
Who runs Chintu Gudiya Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Donald Ajit Lobo (President & Director) and Mari Grace Tilos (Secretary Treasurer & Dir).
What does Chintu Gudiya Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.