The Chandy Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Chandy Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Jose, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $35,766 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $125 and the largest $5,891. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$35,766
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$125
- Largest grant$5,891
- Assets$71,060
- New grantees24%
Giving in 2025 was down from $60,387 the year before.
24% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $40,217 | 47 | $92,132 |
| 2024 | $60,387 | 57 | $83,825 |
| 2025 | $35,766 | 43 | $71,060 |
How to apply
| Contact | John Chandy 5826 Gleneagles Circle, San Jose, CA 95138 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (408) 644-4696 |
| What to submit | Request letter with supporting documents |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Chandy Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to California. It also paid $24,448 in 11 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 8 | $4,475 |
| Virginia | 3 | $925 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $600 |
| New York | 2 | $300 |
| Maryland | 1 | $300 |
| Texas | 1 | $300 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | $200 |
| Florida | 2 | $150 |
| Michigan | 1 | $125 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $125 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Feed the needy | $5,891 |
| Peace Foundation | Gospel work | $4,793 |
| Individual | For karunya bhavan | $2,839 |
| Individual | Gospel works | $2,604 |
| Shalom Karuniya Trust | Helpog the mentally challenged | $2,317 |
| Individual | Rescue teenage girls | $1,725 |
| Individual | Donation | $1,300 |
| Lizas Home | Medical assistance | $1,179 |
| Individual | Medical help | $1,160 |
| City Team Ministries | Donation | $1,150 |
| American Red Cross | Flood and disaster relief | $1,075 |
| Individual | Medical help | $895 |
| 2414 World | 656 kef missions | $750 |
| Individual | Medical help | $690 |
| Individual | Donation | $600 |
| Horn of Africa | Gospel work in africa | $500 |
| Individual | Donation | $355 |
| Individual | Medical aid to the poor | $300 |
| Individual | Medical aid to the poor | $300 |
| Inter National Rescue Committee | Donation | $200 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Donation | $200 |
| Christian Aid Mission | Donation | $125 |
| Individual | Donation | $125 |
| Navigators | Donation | $125 |
| American Bible Society | Donation bible distribution | $100 |
| Amnesty International | Donation | $100 |
| Lesea Feed the Hungry | Feed the poor | $100 |
| Feed the Children | Donation | $100 |
| Individual | Donation | $100 |
| Varkey Charitable Foundation | Medical aid to the poor | $100 |
| San Francisco Rescue Mission | Donation | $100 |
| The Salvation Army | Where most needed | $100 |
| Individual | Donation | $50 |
| Campus Crusade for Christ | Wmn | $50 |
| Hopegivers | Child development | $50 |
| Focus on the Famly | Donation | $50 |
| Good News for India | Donation | $50 |
| Open Doors US | Helping christians under persecution | $50 |
| Individual | Donation | $50 |
| Individual | Victims relief | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Chandy
- Rachel N Chandy
- John C Chandy
- Suja M Thomas
Questions people ask
Does The Chandy Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Chandy Family Foundation give?
$35,766 in tax year 2025, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $125.
Who runs The Chandy Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Susan Chandy (President), Rachel N Chandy (Secretary), John C Chandy (Treasurer) and Suja M Thomas (Vice President).
What does The Chandy Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and human services.