Wijerama Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Wijerama Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Parsippany, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $226,808 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $62,000 and the largest $90,000. 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$226,808
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$62,000
- Largest grant$90,000
- Assets$663,063
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2024 was down from $498,448 the year before.
80% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $498,448 | 4 | $993,261 |
| 2024 | $226,808 | 5 | $663,063 |
How to apply
Wijerama Family 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 Wijerama Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Utah. It also paid $161,000 in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 1 | $62,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $3,808 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Roshan Wijerama Family Foundation | To provide support for the creation of educational opportunities for children by building schools. | $90,000 |
| Roshan Mahanama Trust | Unrestricted grant to further the organizations exempt purpose | $70,000 |
| Ancient Secrets Foundation | Unrestricted grant to further the organizations exempt purpose | $62,000 |
| NJ Buddjist Vihara | Unrestricted grant to further the organizations exempt purpose | $3,808 |
| Gnanawimala Buddhist Centre | Unrestricted grant to further the organizations exempt purpose | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Devin Wijerama
- Melissa Wijerama
- Norbert Wijerama
- Riana Wijerama
- Roshan Wijerama
Questions people ask
Does Wijerama Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Wijerama Family Foundation Inc give?
$226,808 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $62,000.
Who runs Wijerama Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Devin Wijerama (Director), Melissa Wijerama (Director), Norbert Wijerama (Treasurer) and Riana Wijerama (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Wijerama Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.