TNKV Foundation
Preselected recipients only
TNKV Foundation is a private foundation in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $840,290 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $400,290. 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$840,290
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$400,290
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees80%
Giving in 2025 was up from $510,500 the year before.
80% 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 | $312,000 | 3 | $15.7 million |
| 2024 | $510,500 | 3 | $17.5 million |
| 2025 | $840,290 | 5 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
TNKV 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $400,290 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $200,000 |
| New York | 1 | $200,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $30,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shanti Bhavan Children's Project | For general operating support | $400,290 |
| Missionaries of Charity | For general operating support | $200,000 |
| Udavum Karangal | For general operating support | $200,000 |
| Catalyst Resources Intl | For general operating support | $30,000 |
| HH Student Fund | For general operating support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kumar K Viswanathan
Questions people ask
Does TNKV Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does TNKV Foundation give?
$840,290 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs TNKV Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Kumar K Viswanathan (President).