The Quad A Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Quad A Family Foundation is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $160,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $60,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$160,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$60,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2024 was up from $110,000 the year before.
33% of its 2024 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 | $110,000 | 2 | $796,268 |
| 2024 | $160,000 | 3 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
The Quad A Family 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 The Quad A Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $60,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dasra | To work with philanthropists and social entrepreneurs to create large scale social change | $60,000 |
| New Story Inc | To make a life-changing difference for a family in need of shelter | $50,000 |
| Caf America | To help donors make strategic and focused philanthropic decisions that are fully compliant with all regulations and have a lasting impact on the causes and communities they want to support. | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anjana Patel
- Ashvinkumar Patel
- Avinash A Patel
- Anirudh Patel
Questions people ask
Does The Quad A Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Quad A Family Foundation give?
$160,000 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs The Quad A Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anjana Patel (President and Director), Ashvinkumar Patel (Cfo, Secretary and Director), Avinash A Patel (Director) and Anirudh Patel (Associate Director).
What does The Quad A Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness.