Necessities Now
Accepts applications
Necessities Now is a private foundation in Bethesda, Maryland. In tax year 2024 it gave $1,745 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $895. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1,745
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$895
- Assets$767,059
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $895 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $895 | 1 | $801,311 |
| 2024 | $1,745 | 3 | $767,059 |
How to apply
| Contact | John Varghese 10517 Aubinoe Farm Dr, Bethesda, MD 20814 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (240) 461-8362, johnvvarghese@aol.com |
| What to submit | Form 990-PF |
What Necessities Now funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $895 |
| Maryland | 2 | $850 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar Hill Mortuary | Cremation Expenses | $895 |
| Individual | Feeding the Hungry post flooding -Howard County-MD | $500 |
| Individual | Homeless placement of Charlotte and Spencer Randop | $350 |
Officers and trustees
- John Varghese
- Linda Comilang
Questions people ask
Does Necessities Now accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Necessities Now give?
$1,745 in tax year 2024, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Necessities Now?
Its 2024 filing lists John Varghese (Director) and Linda Comilang (Director).
What does Necessities Now fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and housing and homelessness.