Ask Kothari Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Ask Kothari Foundation Inc is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $45,000 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $3,750 and the largest $10,000. 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$45,000
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$3,750
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2024 was down from $145,501 the year before.
70% 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 | $145,501 | 6 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $45,000 | 10 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Ask Kothari 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $12,500 |
| New York | 4 | $10,500 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $10,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Akshaya Patra USA | For general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| World Happiness Foundation | For general charitable purposes | $10,000 |
| Life Global | For general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Gift of Life USA | For general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Vivekananda Vidyapith Inc | For general charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Culture of Healing Inc | For general charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Naku Foundation | For general charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Share & Care Foundation | For general charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Wellness House | For general charitable purposes | $2,000 |
| Jain Centre of America | For general charitable purposes | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Atul Kothari
- Priti Kothari
- Sahil Kothari
- Nandini Doshi
Questions people ask
Does Ask Kothari Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ask Kothari Foundation Inc give?
$45,000 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $3,750.
Who runs Ask Kothari Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Atul Kothari (President), Priti Kothari (Secretary), Sahil Kothari (Vice President) and Nandini Doshi (Assistant Treasurer).