Isan & Kusum Paul Foundation
Accepts applications
Isan & Kusum Paul Foundation is a private foundation in Germantown, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $11,279 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $4,421 and the largest $5,114. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$11,279
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$4,421
- Largest grant$5,114
- Assets$207,759
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was down from $15,263 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 | $19,308 | 6 | $174,473 |
| 2024 | $15,263 | 6 | $188,484 |
| 2025 | $11,279 | 3 | $207,759 |
How to apply
| Contact | Buddha Paul 11606 Settlers Circle, Germantown, MD 20876 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (301) 404-2345, ikpfoundation.inc@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Inquiries welcome |
| Deadlines | OPEN |
| Restrictions | Organizations with irc 501C3 or international government approved CHARITIES4 years of financial and annual reportsprefer support for orphan and poor children |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Isan & Kusum Paul Foundation funds
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paramananda Mission | Shelter food education for orphan | $5,114 |
| Ramakrishna Mission Seva Pratisthan | Medical for poor childen | $4,421 |
| Individual | Education for poor children | $1,744 |
Officers and trustees
- Sikha Paul
- Shom Nath Paul
- Buddha Paul
Questions people ask
Does Isan & Kusum Paul Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: OPEN.
How much does Isan & Kusum Paul Foundation give?
$11,279 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $4,421.
Who runs Isan & Kusum Paul Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sikha Paul (President), Shom Nath Paul (Secretary) and Buddha Paul (Treasurer).
What does Isan & Kusum Paul Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, faith communities and education.