Gali Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Gali Foundation is a private foundation in South Portland, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $41,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$41,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $10,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $50,000 | 1 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $10,000 | 1 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $41,000 | 5 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
Gali 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
All of its grants went to recipients in Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 5 | $41,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Windham Raymond School District | General support | $25,000 |
| Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland | General support | $5,000 |
| Strive | General support | $5,000 |
| Preble Street | General support | $5,000 |
| Me Who Now When Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bhujanga Rao Gali
- Suresh Gali
- Surekha Kaza
- Lakshmi Gali
- Pallavi Gali
- Maanasa Gali
Questions people ask
Does Gali Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Gali Foundation give?
$41,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Gali Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bhujanga Rao Gali (President), Suresh Gali (Secretary), Surekha Kaza (Treasurer) and Lakshmi Gali (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.