Balakumar and Natalia Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Balakumar and Natalia Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,715 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $16,858 and the largest $18,715. 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$33,715
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$16,858
- Largest grant$18,715
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $22,500 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 | $20,000 | 2 | $619,029 |
| 2024 | $22,500 | 3 | $817,735 |
| 2025 | $33,715 | 2 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Balakumar and Natalia Charitable 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 Balakumar and Natalia Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 2 | $33,715 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| McA Chicago (Museum of Contemporary Art) - Event for Healthcare | General purposes | $18,715 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | General purposes | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Balakumar Ragothaman
- Natalia V Henner
- Louis S Harrison
Questions people ask
Does Balakumar and Natalia Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Balakumar and Natalia Charitable Foundation give?
$33,715 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $16,858.
Who runs Balakumar and Natalia Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Balakumar Ragothaman (Pres/Treas/Dir), Natalia V Henner (VP & Director) and Louis S Harrison (Sec & Director).
What does Balakumar and Natalia Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, health and food and hunger.