Virani Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Virani Family Foundation is a private foundation in Encino, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,900 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$11,900
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$273,831
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9,553 the year before.
50% 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 | $7,150 | 8 | $169,669 |
| 2024 | $9,553 | 13 | $242,974 |
| 2025 | $11,900 | 14 | $273,831 |
How to apply
Virani 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 Virani Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $7,800 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lucha Inc | Charity to help kids | $2,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $1,000 |
| The Living Waters | Charity | $1,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $1,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Charity | $1,000 |
| Aga Khan Foundation | Charity | $1,000 |
| Veterans of Foreign Wars | Charity | $1,000 |
| Mbola | Charity | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Hospital | Medical research | $1,000 |
| Peace Officers Relief Educ FDTN | Educ peace officers on law enforcement related issues to better serve publicinterest | $500 |
| Police Foundation of Baldwin Park | Charity | $500 |
| Individual | Youth footbal organization | $500 |
| Alapio | Charity | $300 |
| Individual | Pediatric specialty care | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Mohammad J Virani
- Carol Virani
- Shawn Mohammad Virani
Questions people ask
Does Virani Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Virani Family Foundation give?
$11,900 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Virani Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mohammad J Virani (President/Treas), Carol Virani (Vice President) and Shawn Mohammad Virani (Secretary).
What does Virani Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.