Two Leaves for Life Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Two Leaves for Life Foundation is a private foundation in Cerritos, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $25,250 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $14,500. 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$25,250
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$14,500
- Assets$502,780
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was up from $5,500 the year before.
80% of its 2024 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 | $5,500 | 1 | $503,932 |
| 2024 | $25,250 | 5 | $502,780 |
How to apply
Two Leaves for Life 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 Two Leaves for Life Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California. It also paid $16,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $6,250 |
| Texas | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Two Leaves Trust | General support | $14,500 |
| Rcobana Inc | General support for community outreach and youth development | $5,250 |
| The Post Oak School | Scholarship fund and educational program support | $3,000 |
| Foundation of Goodness | Rural development and education programs in sri lanka | $1,500 |
| Ramakrishna Monastry | Support for religious education and community outreach | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andal - Radhakrishnan
- Manjiv - Jayakumar
- Manicharajah - Jayakumar
Questions people ask
Does Two Leaves for Life Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Two Leaves for Life Foundation give?
$25,250 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Two Leaves for Life Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andal - Radhakrishnan (Director/President), Manjiv - Jayakumar (Director/Secretary/Treasurer) and Manicharajah - Jayakumar (Director).
What does Two Leaves for Life Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.