Aiyana Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Aiyana Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wayland, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $311,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$311,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees77%
Giving in 2024 was up from $194,500 the year before.
77% of its 2024 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 | $194,500 | 11 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $311,000 | 13 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
Aiyana 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.
What Aiyana Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts. It also paid $126,000 in 5 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $50,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
| Indiana | 1 | $50,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 2 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Centro E Camibho Da Redencao | General | $50,000 |
| Empowerment Fund | General | $50,000 |
| The George Washington University | Scholarship | $50,000 |
| GF Francisco de Assis | General | $37,500 |
| Sos Eb Kids | General | $25,000 |
| Meenakshi Foundation | General | $20,000 |
| Utec | General | $20,000 |
| Lar Fabiano de Cristo | General | $20,000 |
| Associacao Cridanca | General | $13,500 |
| Animal Rescue League | General | $10,000 |
| Itau Uninanco | General | $5,000 |
| Life Science Cares LLC | General | $5,000 |
| The Crandell Theater | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James Silverman
Questions people ask
Does Aiyana Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Aiyana Foundation Inc give?
$311,000 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Aiyana Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists James Silverman (Trustee).
What does Aiyana Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.