Kanak & Prabha Golia Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kanak & Prabha Golia Foundation is a private foundation in Manhasset, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $680,257 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $8,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$680,257
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$8,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$8.3 million
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was down from $1.3 million the year before.
31% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $800,483 | 24 | $12.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.3 million | 23 | $15.5 million |
| 2025 | $680,257 | 21 | $8.3 million |
How to apply
Kanak & Prabha Golia 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 Kanak & Prabha Golia Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New Jersey. It also paid $347,327 in 4 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 2 | $170,678 |
| New York | 9 | $117,194 |
| Georgia | 1 | $32,000 |
| California | 2 | $10,515 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $528 |
| Texas | 1 | $515 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Charity | $250,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $170,627 |
| Veerayatan International | Charity | $55,501 |
| Manav Mandir Mission | Charity | $40,100 |
| Stonybrook School | Charity | $33,596 |
| Ravi and Naina Foundation | Charitable | $32,000 |
| Stony Brook University | Charity | $26,853 |
| Jain Center of America | Charity | $20,020 |
| Arihanta Institute | Charity | $10,000 |
| Individual | Charity | $8,317 |
| American University of Antigua | Charity | $8,000 |
| Cunyedu | Charity | $6,000 |
| Sheows Cares Foundation | Charity | $5,500 |
| Jain Temple of New York | Charity | $5,148 |
| The Storny Brook | Charity | $3,760 |
| Gramin Vikas Evam Chetna Sansthan | Charitable | $1,726 |
| Jsoc | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Plan International USA | Charitable | $528 |
| Individual | Charitable | $515 |
| American Heart Association | Charitable | $515 |
| Individual | Charity | $51 |
Officers and trustees
- Kanak Golia
- Prabha Golia
- Piyush Golia
- Roma Golia
- Preeti Mehta
- Nilesh Mehta
Questions people ask
Does Kanak & Prabha Golia Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kanak & Prabha Golia Foundation give?
$680,257 in tax year 2025, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $8,000.
Who runs Kanak & Prabha Golia Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kanak Golia (Managing Tru), Prabha Golia (Secretary), Piyush Golia (Managing Tru) and Roma Golia (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Kanak & Prabha Golia Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and faith communities.