The Ramesh and Kalpana Bhatia Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Ramesh and Kalpana Bhatia Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.9 million in 52 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $1.5 million. 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$2.9 million
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2024 was down from $6.8 million the year before.
70% 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 | $6.8 million | 27 | $10.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.9 million | 52 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
The Ramesh and Kalpana Bhatia 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 The Ramesh and Kalpana Bhatia Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 30 | $2.0 million |
| New York | 4 | $619,000 |
| Texas | 9 | $253,500 |
| Maryland | 3 | $48,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 2 | $4,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Nevada | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Housing for Adults With Disabilities | Landmark Naming Gift | $1.5 million |
| Next for Autism Inc | NEXT CONNECTS & DEI Expansion, NEXT COLLABORATES, and National Neurodiverse Hiring and Employment Survey; Reporting | $300,000 |
| Sakhi for South Asian Survivors Inc | The Ramesh and Kalpana Bhatia Family Foundation's South Asian Safe Families Initiative | $300,000 |
| Social Good Fund Inc | Funds to be used for South Asian SOAR | $250,000 |
| Communities Foundation of Texas | North Texas Giving Day Sponsor | $150,000 |
| Water Underground | Solar Powered Water Distribution System; Sanitation Centers completed in 2 different communities; Internal Water Underground Support | $48,000 |
| My Possibilities | Employment Innovations School | $30,000 |
| Ability Connection Texas | Purchase of wheelchair van | $25,000 |
| Mychals Learning Place | For the purchase, renovation, and creation of Mychal's Caf | $25,000 |
| National Tuberous Sclerosis Association Inc | Charitable Event | $25,000 |
| The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation | Charitable Event | $25,000 |
| Pathfinder International | Promoting Choice In Bihar: Youth Voices for Agency and Access | $20,000 |
| Next for Autism Inc | Charitable Event | $18,000 |
| The Colleagues | Charitable Event | $17,000 |
| Nurturing Change | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| National Tuberous Sclerosis Association Inc | Charitable Event | $13,000 |
| Mychals Learning Place | General & Unrestricted | $11,000 |
| To Be Like Me | General & Unrestricted | $11,000 |
| Dallas Indian Lions Club Charities Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Edward Charles Foundation | Charitable Event | $10,000 |
| Gold House Foundation Inc | Fiscal Sponsorship For 1497 Organization | $10,000 |
| National Tuberous Sclerosis Association Inc | Comedy For A Cure - Fund A Cure | $10,000 |
| Together We Rise Corporation | Foster Care Awareness Month Match | $10,000 |
| Straight Up Abilities Inc | Website & Social Media Platforms | $8,500 |
| GX3 Foundation | Thanksgiving Program | $6,000 |
| Dorseys House DBA Dorseys House Adult Day Center | General & Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Jiva Mental Health | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| Santa Monica Education Foundation | January Match | $5,000 |
| Skechers Foundation | Charitable Event | $5,000 |
| The Friendship Foundation | Summer Camp | $5,000 |
| CT3 Foundation | Charitable Event | $3,000 |
| Dance Downtown la Inc | Charitable Event | $3,000 |
| Ed Asner Family Center | Charitable Event | $2,500 |
| Furever Nevada Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
| Saahas for Cause | Charitable Event | $2,500 |
| Seva Dance Company | Charitable Event | $2,500 |
| Straight Up Abilities Inc | Charitable Event | $2,400 |
| Shoes That Fit | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| The Colleagues | Charitable Event | $2,000 |
| Ability Connection Texas | Gift for Anya's House - Patio Furniture | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Anita Bhatia
- Niraj Bhatia
- Ramesh Bhatia
Questions people ask
Does The Ramesh and Kalpana Bhatia Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Ramesh and Kalpana Bhatia Family Foundation give?
$2.9 million in tax year 2024, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Ramesh and Kalpana Bhatia Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anita Bhatia (Dir, Pres), Niraj Bhatia (Dir) and Ramesh Bhatia (Dir).
What does The Ramesh and Kalpana Bhatia Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly disability, community development and human services.