Kamdar Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kamdar Private Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $64,284 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$64,284
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2025 was up from $48,975 the year before.
62% 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 | $35,650 | 11 | $904,240 |
| 2024 | $48,975 | 12 | $1.0 million |
| 2025 | $64,284 | 15 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
Kamdar Private 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 Kamdar Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 3 | $30,000 |
| Texas | 8 | $28,280 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pratham USA | Support education | $10,000 |
| Akshaya Patra Foundation | Support education | $10,000 |
| Akshaya Patra Foundation | Support education | $10,000 |
| Akshaya Patra Foundation | Support education | $10,000 |
| Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation | Support education | $7,500 |
| I Educate | Support education | $5,000 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Research | $2,000 |
| Leukemia & Lymphoma Society | Research | $2,000 |
| Camp John Marc | Camp for children with disabilities | $2,000 |
| Seva International | Social services | $1,250 |
| American Heart Association | Heart diseases | $1,030 |
| JVB Preksha Meditation | Program support | $1,000 |
| Cry America | Children justice | $1,000 |
| Udavum Karangal of USA | Social services for children | $1,000 |
| Spring Branch Community Health Svc | Health | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Jagat Kamdar
- Shobhana Kamdar
- Samar Kamdar
- Sagar Kamdar
Questions people ask
Does Kamdar Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kamdar Private Foundation give?
$64,284 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Kamdar Private Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jagat Kamdar (Director), Shobhana Kamdar (Director), Samar Kamdar (Director) and Sagar Kamdar (Director).
What does Kamdar Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and youth programs.