Sodhani Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sodhani Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $373,645 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $14,000 and the largest $210,215. 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$373,645
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$14,000
- Largest grant$210,215
- Assets$9.1 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $294,540 the year before.
73% 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 | $301,450 | 17 | $7.0 million |
| 2024 | $294,540 | 8 | $8.8 million |
| 2025 | $373,645 | 11 | $9.1 million |
How to apply
Sodhani 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 Sodhani Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Texas. It also paid $210,215 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $44,880 |
| New York | 1 | $32,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $25,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $21,050 |
| California | 3 | $15,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $14,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $6,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shikshit Rojgar Kendra Prabhandak Samiti (SRKPS) | Build mailasi school | $210,215 |
| Sewa International | General support | $44,880 |
| Friends of Musique Et Vin | Musical instruments for kids | $32,500 |
| As Foundation Daf at Schwat | Cash to donor advise fund of as sodhani foundation for future donations | $25,000 |
| Vaidya Bharatee Foundation | Finish lakshmangar school + kerala school | $21,050 |
| Massbay Community College Foundation | Sponsor college students | $14,000 |
| Share Your Care Inc | General support | $6,000 |
| Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America | General support | $5,000 |
| Meals on Wheels San Francisco | General support | $5,000 |
| Humanmade | General support | $5,000 |
| Hindupedia Corp | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arvind Sodhani
- Arjun Sodhani
- Mona Khaitan
- Viswanath Khaitan
Questions people ask
Does Sodhani Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sodhani Foundation give?
$373,645 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $14,000.
Who runs Sodhani Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Arvind Sodhani (President/Treasurer), Arjun Sodhani (Vice President), Mona Khaitan (Secretary) and Viswanath Khaitan (Director).
What does Sodhani Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.