The Sodhani Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Sodhani Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Somerset, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $662,035 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $327,000. 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$662,035
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$327,000
- Assets$11.0 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $213,555 the year before.
40% 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 | $213,555 | 21 | $9.2 million |
| 2024 | $662,035 | 25 | $11.0 million |
How to apply
The Sodhani 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 The Sodhani Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $327,000 |
| New Jersey | 11 | $234,066 |
| Texas | 4 | $47,996 |
| Florida | 2 | $25,121 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $11,001 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,350 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $501 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
| Washington | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bharat Kalyan Pratishthan | Charitable | $327,000 |
| Foundation for Morristown Medical C | Charitable | $170,500 |
| Maheshwari Mahasabha of NA | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Sanskar Tirth Kelavani Mandal | Charitable | $33,700 |
| Hindu University of America | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Rutgers University | Charitable | $14,500 |
| Franklin Township Board of Ed | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Himalayan Hope Chritable Foundation | Chartable | $10,000 |
| Texas Hindu Campsite | Charitable | $9,900 |
| Tribal Educational Society | Charitable | $5,350 |
| India Youth Fund | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Vhpa | Charitable | $2,001 |
| Employment Horizons Inc | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation USA | Charitable | $1,095 |
| Arsha-Vidya-Pitham | Charitable | $1,001 |
| Yogi Divine Society | Charitable | $1,001 |
| Prayog Group | Charitable | $1,000 |
| VVCT USA | Charitable | $650 |
| Krishna Bhakti Seva Sangh | Charitable | $501 |
| ALS | Charitable | $500 |
| Franklin Food Bank | Charitable | $500 |
| Support A Child | Charitable | $500 |
| Vedic Samaj NJ Inc | Charitable | $150 |
| Baps | Charitable | $121 |
| NJ Police Officers Association | Chariatble | $65 |
Officers and trustees
- Vimal Sodhani
- Ramkunwar Sodhani
Questions people ask
Does The Sodhani Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sodhani Foundation Inc give?
$662,035 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Sodhani Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Vimal Sodhani (President/Vi) and Ramkunwar Sodhani (Secretary).
What does The Sodhani Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and community development.