Jayasinhala Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jayasinhala Foundation is a private foundation in San Marino, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.8 million in 3 grants; the typical grant was $694,196 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$1.8 million
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$694,196
- Largest grant$1.0 million
- Assets$26.9 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $13.0 million the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $13.0 million | 7 | $27.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.8 million | 3 | $26.9 million |
How to apply
Jayasinhala 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 Jayasinhala Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $1.8 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles Medical Center Foundati | Medical charity work/free medical services for indigent families | $1.0 million |
| Sri Lanka Foundation | Promote awareness of sri lanka culture | $694,196 |
| The Institute of Buddha Dhamma Stud | Religious work/spiritual guidance | $80,522 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter Jayasinghe
- Aeshea Jayasinghe
- Adrian Jayasinha
Questions people ask
Does Jayasinhala Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jayasinhala Foundation give?
$1.8 million in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $694,196.
Who runs Jayasinhala Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Walter Jayasinghe (Trustee), Aeshea Jayasinghe (Trustee) and Adrian Jayasinha (Vice President).
What does Jayasinhala Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, human services and arts and culture.