Ila & Dinesh Paliwal Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ila & Dinesh Paliwal Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.3 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $37,616 and the largest $333,333. 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$1.3 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$37,616
- Largest grant$333,333
- Assets$28.8 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.4 million the year before.
42% 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 | $1.4 million | 13 | $17.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 12 | $28.8 million |
How to apply
Ila & Dinesh Paliwal 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 Ila & Dinesh Paliwal Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $333,333 |
| Maryland | 1 | $333,000 |
| New York | 5 | $264,233 |
| Texas | 1 | $150,000 |
| California | 1 | $141,333 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $18,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Miami University of Ohio | Unrestricted | $333,333 |
| Charity Water | Unrestricted | $333,000 |
| Central Park Conservancy | Unrestricted | $183,000 |
| Pratham USA | Unrestricted | $150,000 |
| The Asian American Foundation | Unrestricted | $141,333 |
| Robin Hood | Unrestricted | $50,233 |
| Seo Sponsors for Educational Opportunity | Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| 1000 Dreams Foundation | Unrestricted | $18,000 |
| Aim for Seva | Unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Nba Foundation | Unrestricted | $5,000 |
| Rethink Food | Unrestricted | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ila Paliwal
- Dinesh Paliwal
- Shriya Paliwal
- Aasheesh Paliwal
Questions people ask
Does Ila & Dinesh Paliwal Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ila & Dinesh Paliwal Foundation give?
$1.3 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $37,616.
Who runs Ila & Dinesh Paliwal Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ila Paliwal (Director; President), Dinesh Paliwal (Director; Chairman), Shriya Paliwal (Director; Vice President) and Aasheesh Paliwal (Director; Secretary).
What does Ila & Dinesh Paliwal Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.