Rao Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rao Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $243,500 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $38,500 and the largest $200,000. 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$243,500
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$38,500
- Largest grant$200,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $65,000 the year before.
67% 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 | $65,000 | 2 | $2.8 million |
| 2024 | $243,500 | 3 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
Rao 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 Rao Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $200,000 |
| Utah | 2 | $43,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | Scholarship fund for students applying from India | $200,000 |
| Peoples Health Clinic Inc | General & Unrestricted | $38,500 |
| Wasatch Immigration Project | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ravi Adusumalli
- Mairi Leining
Questions people ask
Does Rao Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rao Family Foundation give?
$243,500 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $38,500.
Who runs Rao Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ravi Adusumalli (Dir, Treas) and Mairi Leining (Dir, Pres, Sec).
What does Rao Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and human services.