Sharanam Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sharanam Foundation is a private foundation in Watsonville, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $44,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$44,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.4 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $41,500 the year before.
60% 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 | $52,000 | 13 | $914,738 |
| 2024 | $41,500 | 7 | $1.1 million |
| 2025 | $44,000 | 7 | $1.4 million |
How to apply
Sharanam 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 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $38,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $3,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kazu | Public benefit | $20,000 |
| Cabrillo College Foundation | Public benefit | $8,000 |
| Women Donors Network | Public benefit | $4,000 |
| Siren | Public benefit | $4,000 |
| Individual | Public benefit | $3,000 |
| Individual | Public benefit | $2,500 |
| Save the Children | Public benefit | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Patricia Cole
- Iris Kachuk
- Diane Pacey
Questions people ask
Does Sharanam Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sharanam Foundation give?
$44,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Sharanam Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Patricia Cole (President), Iris Kachuk (Secretary) and Diane Pacey (Assistant).