Work That Works Inc
Accepts applications
Work That Works Inc is a private foundation in Vacaville, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $51,112 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $3,540 and the largest $21,800. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$51,112
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$3,540
- Largest grant$21,800
- Assets$16,323
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $62,899 the year before.
67% 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 | $5,282 | 3 | $133,775 |
| 2024 | $62,899 | 9 | $68,807 |
| 2025 | $51,112 | 8 | $16,323 |
How to apply
| Contact | Manikhandan Venugopal 3043 Merlin ct, Vacaville, CA 95688 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (585) 267-9588, mani@theworkthatworks.com |
| What to submit | We predominantly conduct targetted distributions through referrals from known and reputed sources. Additionally people reach out to us via a contact-us form on website which leads to more due deligence. |
| Deadlines | Apply through the website |
| Restrictions | No restrictions |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $29,012 |
| Alabama | 1 | $21,800 |
| Texas | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Athulya Assisted Living | Donations to facility that assists seniors | $21,800 |
| Individual | College tuition expense for one quarter | $16,392 |
| Individual | Rental assistance for the month of November 2025 | $3,540 |
| Individual | Rental assitance for the month of December 2025 | $3,540 |
| Individual | Rental assitance for the month of October 2025 | $3,540 |
| Community Cat Advocates And Rescue | Donation to Community Cat Advocates And Rescue EIN: 87-2280348 | $1,000 |
| Urban Cow Half Marathon Weekend | Used Cash to buy Water bottles donuts cakes and snacks for spectators and marathon runners in the Urban Cow Half Marathon Weekend event. | $1,000 |
| Individual | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Manikhandan Venugopal
- Geetha Ramakrishnan
- Surya Manikhandan
Questions people ask
Does Work That Works Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Apply through the website.
How much does Work That Works Inc give?
$51,112 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $3,540.
Who runs Work That Works Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Manikhandan Venugopal (Director), Geetha Ramakrishnan (Member) and Surya Manikhandan (Member).