Lalwani Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lalwani Foundation is a private foundation in South Lyon, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $1,500 and the largest $5,000. 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$26,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$1,500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$448,311
- New grantees7%
Giving in 2025 was up from $23,800 the year before.
7% of its 2025 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 | $23,500 | 15 | $464,901 |
| 2024 | $23,800 | 15 | $472,104 |
| 2025 | $26,000 | 15 | $448,311 |
How to apply
Lalwani 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.
What Lalwani Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 13 | $21,500 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lacasa | Charitable, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $5,000 |
| Arya Samaj Greater Houston | Religious, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $2,500 |
| Food Gatherers | Charitable, contribution to organization's general financial resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $2,500 |
| Gleaners Oakland Distribution Center | Charitable, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $2,500 |
| Livingston County United Way | Charitable, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $2,500 |
| University of Michigan | Charitable, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $2,000 |
| Depaul University | Charitable, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $2,000 |
| Detroit Indian Women Association | Religious, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $1,500 |
| Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center | Charitable, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $1,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | Charitable, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $1,000 |
| Livingston Habitat for Humanity | Charitable, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $1,000 |
| Mai Family Services | Charitable, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $1,000 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $500 |
| Brighton District Library | Charitable, contribution to organization's general finanical resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $500 |
| Chinmaya Mission Ann Arbor | Religious, contribution to organization's general financial resources for use as the governing board deems needed. | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Leena Lalwani
- Nalin Lalwani
- Neeraj Lalwani
Questions people ask
Does Lalwani Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lalwani Foundation give?
$26,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $1,500.
Who runs Lalwani Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Leena Lalwani (President), Nalin Lalwani (Director) and Neeraj Lalwani (Director).
What does Lalwani Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.