Madavi and Gaugarin Oliver Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Madavi and Gaugarin Oliver Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $21,750 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$21,750
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$328,756
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $39,500 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 | $24,000 | 7 | $335,633 |
| 2024 | $39,500 | 6 | $316,895 |
| 2025 | $21,750 | 6 | $328,756 |
How to apply
Madavi and Gaugarin Oliver 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 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $21,250 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Desai Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Brooke School Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Church of South India Congregation of New England | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Three Squares New England | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Friends of Freeland Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Artspace Inc | General & Unrestricted | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Gaugarin Oliver
- Madavi Oliver
Questions people ask
Does Madavi and Gaugarin Oliver Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Madavi and Gaugarin Oliver Foundation give?
$21,750 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Madavi and Gaugarin Oliver Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Gaugarin Oliver (Pres, Dir, Sec) and Madavi Oliver (Dir, VP).