The Vattikuti Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Vattikuti Foundation is a private foundation in Southfield, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.4 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $9,000 and the largest $2.2 million. 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$2.4 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$9,000
- Largest grant$2.2 million
- Assets$44.3 million
- New grantees92%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.2 million the year before.
92% 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 | $1.2 million | 11 | $42.5 million |
| 2024 | $2.4 million | 13 | $44.3 million |
How to apply
The Vattikuti 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 The Vattikuti Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Michigan.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 4 | $2.2 million |
| Florida | 7 | $125,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $82,753 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Henry Ford Health System | Vattikuti urology department support | $2.2 million |
| Ohio State University | Dept. Of urology postdoctoral resarch fellowships support | $82,753 |
| Nicklaus Children's Hospital Foundation | General operating support | $75,000 |
| Kristi House | General operating support | $16,000 |
| Detroit Institute of Arts | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Flint Institute of Art | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Overton Youth Center | General operating support | $9,000 |
| Women's Emergency Network | General operating support | $9,000 |
| Miami Foundation for Mental Health | General operating support | $8,000 |
| Lotus Endowment Fund | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Vidhya Bharat Foundation of America | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Rochester Community Schools Foundation | Vex robotics world championships project support | $4,000 |
| Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired | General operating support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Raj Vattikuti
- Padma Vattikuti
- Nicholas Stasevich
- Timothy Manney
- Mahendra Bhandari
Questions people ask
Does The Vattikuti Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Vattikuti Foundation give?
$2.4 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $9,000.
Who runs The Vattikuti Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Raj Vattikuti (President), Padma Vattikuti (Vice President), Nicholas Stasevich (Secretary) and Timothy Manney (Treasurer) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Vattikuti Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and youth programs.