Palayam Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Palayam Foundation is a private foundation in Walnut Creek, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $108,728 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$108,728
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.0 million
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $106,203 the year before.
71% 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 | $95,000 | 6 | $1.8 million |
| 2024 | $106,203 | 14 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $108,728 | 7 | $2.0 million |
How to apply
Palayam 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 Palayam Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $30,245 |
| Virginia | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,983 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| East Bay Community Foundation | Social justice-comm'y development | $25,000 |
| National Alliance on Mental Illness | Mental health svcs/advocacy | $25,000 |
| Donorschoose | Public school classroom project fund | $20,983 |
| Global Giving | Connecting global nonprofits, donors | $20,000 |
| Hindus for Human Rights | Human rights & social justice | $10,000 |
| Alamo Education Fund | Education initiatives and programs | $5,245 |
| Big East Akita Rescue | Hands-on akita rescue (ny, nj & pa) | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sudhanva Rajagopal
- Vishrudh Sarathy
- Abinandh Devan
- Vikram Ranganathan
- Nivedita Gopinath Sarathy
- Natalie Rajagopal
Questions people ask
Does Palayam Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Palayam Foundation give?
$108,728 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Palayam Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sudhanva Rajagopal (Executive Di), Vishrudh Sarathy (Director of), Abinandh Devan (Secretary/Bd) and Vikram Ranganathan (Board Member) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Palayam Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.