Rishta Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Rishta Foundation is a private foundation in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2024 it gave $9,051 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $200 and the largest $1,000. 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$9,051
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$200
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$38,248
- New grantees6%
Giving in 2024 was down from $9,211 the year before.
6% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $9,211 | 32 | $47,216 |
| 2024 | $9,051 | 32 | $38,248 |
How to apply
Rishta 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 Rishta Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 18 | $4,551 |
| District of Columbia | 8 | $2,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,500 |
| California | 3 | $850 |
| Georgia | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Apne Aap International | donation | $1,000 |
| Whyy 91 FM | Annual donation | $750 |
| Whyy TV | donation | $750 |
| Planned Parenthood | annual donation | $500 |
| Doctors wo Border | Annual donation | $500 |
| United Way | donation | $500 |
| Amnesty International | donation | $500 |
| Vibha | donation | $500 |
| Bharatiya Temple | donation | $251 |
| Special Olympics | Annual donation | $250 |
| AshaJyothi | Annual donation | $250 |
| ACLU | donation | $250 |
| American Red Cross | donation | $250 |
| PBS 39 WPPT TV | Donation | $250 |
| Pancreatic Cancer Action Network | donation | $250 |
| Consumer Report Foundation | Annual donation | $200 |
| University of Pittsburgh | donation | $200 |
| Finca | 200 | $200 |
| Mainline Meals on Wheels | donation | $200 |
| Bryn Mawr Fire Co | Annual donation | $150 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Annual Donation | $150 |
| USA for UNHCR | donation | $150 |
| Oakmont Fire Co | Donation | $150 |
| Coopertown Civic Association | Annual donation | $100 |
| National Park Foundation | Annual donation | $100 |
| Radnor Memorial Library | Donation | $100 |
| Save the Children | donation | $100 |
| PA Horticultural SOciety | donation | $100 |
| AARP Foundation | donation | $100 |
| Ludington Library | donation | $100 |
| Radnor Ambulance | donation | $100 |
| Saada | donation | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Girish Patwardhan
- Rita Patwardhan
Questions people ask
Does Rishta Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Rishta Foundation give?
$9,051 in tax year 2024, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $200.
Who runs Rishta Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Girish Patwardhan (Director) and Rita Patwardhan (Director).
What does Rishta Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, human services and education.