Varanasi Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Varanasi Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $12,500 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $6,250 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 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$12,500
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$6,250
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2,500 the year before.
50% 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 | $2,500 | 1 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $12,500 | 2 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
Varanasi 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 Varanasi Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Black Womens Health Project Inc | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Village Book Builders Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sai Varanasi
- Theresa Varanasi
Questions people ask
Does Varanasi Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Varanasi Family Foundation give?
$12,500 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $6,250.
Who runs Varanasi Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sai Varanasi (Co- Pres, Dir, Treas) and Theresa Varanasi (Co- Pres, Dir, Sec).
What does Varanasi Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.