Modak Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Modak Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $19,200 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,600 and the largest $6,000. 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$19,200
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,600
- Largest grant$6,000
- Assets$50,779
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $28,051 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 | $34,500 | 10 | $55,199 |
| 2024 | $28,051 | 11 | $24,534 |
| 2025 | $19,200 | 8 | $50,779 |
How to apply
Modak 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 Modak Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $19,200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bay Area Prabasi | Non-Profit social-cultural org | $6,000 |
| Vedanta Society Berkeey | Non-Profit social-cultural org | $5,100 |
| Northern California Bengal Association | non-profit social - cultural organization | $4,000 |
| Sanskriti | Non-Profit social-cultural org | $2,200 |
| Bhavani Joshi | support and services to domestic violence survivors | $1,000 |
| Bay Area Creative Dance Academy | non-profit social - cultural organization | $500 |
| Baybasi Fossils | non-profit social - cultural organization | $200 |
| Agomoni Donations | non-profit social - cultural organization | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Nirmalya Modak
- Sumita Modak
Questions people ask
Does Modak Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Modak Foundation give?
$19,200 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,600.
Who runs Modak Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nirmalya Modak (Ceo) and Sumita Modak (Secretary).
What does Modak Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.