Iswara Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Iswara Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Staten Island, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $33,682 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $484 and the largest $14,900. 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$33,682
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$484
- Largest grant$14,900
- Assets$242,193
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2025 was down from $43,231 the year before.
64% 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 | $18,517 | 7 | $310,077 |
| 2024 | $43,231 | 16 | $265,777 |
| 2025 | $33,682 | 14 | $242,193 |
How to apply
Iswara Charitable 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 Iswara Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 10 | $24,046 |
| Michigan | 1 | $8,200 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,251 |
| California | 1 | $135 |
| Virginia | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christ United Methodist | Charitable | $14,900 |
| Grace Home Girls Home | Charitable | $8,200 |
| Freshkills Park | Charity | $5,000 |
| The Salvation Army Eastern Territory | Charity | $1,521 |
| Ilankai Thamil Sangam Inc | Charity | $1,251 |
| Jewish Community Center | Charity | $1,008 |
| Nypd Honor Legion Scholarship | Charity | $500 |
| Epiphany | Charity | $467 |
| Pakistani Civic Association | Charity | $200 |
| Project Hospitality | Charity | $200 |
| Missionaries of Charity | Charity | $150 |
| American Legion Post | Charity | $135 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLC) | Charity | $100 |
| United Service Organization | Charity | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Kadirawel Iswara
- Geeta Iswara
- Sanjeevan Iswara
- Shalini Iswara
Questions people ask
Does Iswara Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Iswara Charitable Foundation give?
$33,682 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $484.
Who runs Iswara Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kadirawel Iswara (Settlor and Trustee), Geeta Iswara (Settlor and Trustee), Sanjeevan Iswara (Settlor and Trustee) and Shalini Iswara (Settlor and Trustee).
What does Iswara Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and community development.