The Murthynayak Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Murthynayak Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Baltimore, Maryland. In tax year 2025 it gave $215,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $51,000. 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$215,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$51,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was down from $255,946 the year before.
22% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $348,905 | 29 | $6.0 million |
| 2024 | $255,946 | 18 | $5.9 million |
| 2025 | $215,500 | 9 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
The Murthynayak Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Murthynayak Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 3 | $83,500 |
| Maryland | 4 | $72,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland Institute College of Art | General support | $51,000 |
| American Immigration Council | General support | $50,000 |
| Aperture Foundation | General support | $50,000 |
| International Center of Photography | General support | $32,500 |
| Radius Books | General support | $10,000 |
| United Way of Central Maryland | General support | $10,000 |
| Community College of Baltimore County | General support | $6,000 |
| Kennedy Krieger Institute | General support | $5,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sheela Murthy
- Vasant Nayak
- Shay Taylor
- Vijay Nayak
Questions people ask
Does The Murthynayak Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Murthynayak Foundation Inc give?
$215,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Murthynayak Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Sheela Murthy (President), Vasant Nayak (Vice President), Shay Taylor (Secretary) and Vijay Nayak (Treasurer).
What does The Murthynayak Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services and education.