Happy Willow Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Happy Willow Foundation is a private foundation in Sunnyvale, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $15,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $10,000. 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$15,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$506,484
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $18,340 the year before.
50% 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 | $1,000 | 1 | $508,794 |
| 2024 | $18,340 | 1 | $511,151 |
| 2025 | $15,000 | 2 | $506,484 |
How to apply
Happy Willow 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 Happy Willow Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| See | See international is a non-profit humanitarian organization that seeks to provide eyecare services to anyone in need of them, regardless of their background or ability to pay. | $10,000 |
| The Courage of Hope | Growth of self-sustaining communities with access to water, sanitation, education, health and nutrition. | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anjana Prabhakar
- Arvind Prabhakar
Questions people ask
Does Happy Willow Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Happy Willow Foundation give?
$15,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Happy Willow Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Anjana Prabhakar (Director) and Arvind Prabhakar (Secretary, Treasurer).
What does Happy Willow Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and food and hunger.