Jay and Valar Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jay and Valar Foundation is a private foundation in Danville, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $48,778 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $24,389 and the largest $43,778. 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$48,778
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$24,389
- Largest grant$43,778
- Assets$840,106
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $40,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $5,000 | 1 | $884,655 |
| 2024 | $40,000 | 1 | $866,071 |
| 2025 | $48,778 | 2 | $840,106 |
How to apply
Jay and Valar 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
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $43,778 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nathional Philanthropic Trust | General appropriation | $43,778 |
| Yours Humanly | General appropriation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jayapraskash Vijayan
- Valarmathi Anbumani
Questions people ask
Does Jay and Valar Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jay and Valar Foundation give?
$48,778 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $24,389.
Who runs Jay and Valar Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jayapraskash Vijayan (President) and Valarmathi Anbumani (Director).