Akausa Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Akausa Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $900,610 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $60 and the largest $900,000. 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$900,610
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$60
- Largest grant$900,000
- Assets$5.7 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,260 the year before.
70% of its 2025 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 | $860 | 10 | $4.9 million |
| 2024 | $1,260 | 12 | $6.0 million |
| 2025 | $900,610 | 10 | $5.7 million |
How to apply
Akausa 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 Akausa Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in New York. It also paid $900,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 9 | $610 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kausa Trust | Non-profit charity | $900,000 |
| Manhattan Community Boat House | Free kayaking for public | $100 |
| New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players | Theatre performance | $100 |
| Ny Public Library of Performing Arts | Public library | $100 |
| Americas | Non-profit organization | $70 |
| Suromurchhana Inc | Promoting Music and Performing art | $50 |
| Wliw Radio Station | Public radio | $50 |
| Friends of Verdi Square | Nonprofit park maintenance organization | $50 |
| Metropolitan Council on Housing | Free counselling for tenants | $50 |
| Sneh Art Foundation | For performing arts | $40 |
Officers and trustees
- Neeta Kathju
- Ravindra Dave
- Suneil Kalantry
- Ravi Rozdon
- Alok Dar
- Kiran Tankha
- Meena Ugra
Questions people ask
Does Akausa Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Akausa Foundation Inc give?
$900,610 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $60.
Who runs Akausa Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Neeta Kathju (President), Ravindra Dave (Vice President), Suneil Kalantry (Treasurer) and Ravi Rozdon (Secretary) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Akausa Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.