Lakshmi Ananthachari Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lakshmi Ananthachari Foundation is a private foundation in Cypress, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,750 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $9,375 and the largest $17,000. 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$18,750
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$9,375
- Largest grant$17,000
- Assets$27,208
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,250 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $5,000 | 2 | $46,870 |
| 2024 | $5,250 | 2 | $43,819 |
| 2025 | $18,750 | 2 | $27,208 |
How to apply
Lakshmi Ananthachari 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 Lakshmi Ananthachari Foundation funds
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mop Vaishnav College for Women | Scholarship for higher education | $17,000 |
| Udavum Karangal | Support for children | $1,750 |
Officers and trustees
- Ananthachari Thirunarayanan
- Meenakshi Thirunarayanan
- Arvind Thirunarayanan
- Radhika Thirunarayanan
Questions people ask
Does Lakshmi Ananthachari Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lakshmi Ananthachari Foundation give?
$18,750 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $9,375.
Who runs Lakshmi Ananthachari Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ananthachari Thirunarayanan (President), Meenakshi Thirunarayanan (Director), Arvind Thirunarayanan (Director) and Radhika Thirunarayanan (Director).
What does Lakshmi Ananthachari Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and youth programs.