Vyas Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vyas Family Foundation is a private foundation in Anaheim, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $234,475 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $100,000. 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$234,475
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was up from $215,893 the year before.
82% 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 | $215,893 | 18 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $234,475 | 17 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
Vyas 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 14 | $119,475 |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pratham USA | General support grant | $100,000 |
| Voice of Specially Abled People Inc | General support grant | $50,100 |
| Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles GMC | General support grant | $12,500 |
| Param Shakti Peeth of America Found | General support grant | $12,000 |
| Akshaya Patra Foundation | General support grant | $10,000 |
| Global Smile Foundation | General support grant | $10,000 |
| Brahma Kumaris Foundation | General support grant | $10,000 |
| Thetrevorprojectorg | General support grant | $10,000 |
| Sahara | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Mandir | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support grant | $5,000 |
| Saahas for Cause | General support grant | $2,500 |
| Sikh Center of Orange County | General support grant | $1,000 |
| Cerritos College Peace Foundation | General support grant | $500 |
| Shriji Mandir | General support grant | $500 |
| St Stephen's Episcopal Church | General support grant | $275 |
| Ylscc | General support grant | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Mahesh Vyas
- Jayshree Vyas
Questions people ask
Does Vyas Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vyas Family Foundation give?
$234,475 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Vyas Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mahesh Vyas (President) and Jayshree Vyas (Secretary).