Peri & Geetha Alagappan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Peri & Geetha Alagappan Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $4,750 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $1,500. 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$4,750
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$1,500
- Assets$128,098
- New grantees71%
Giving in 2025 was up from $3,850 the year before.
71% 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 | $4,450 | 6 | $103,700 |
| 2024 | $3,850 | 7 | $115,195 |
| 2025 | $4,750 | 7 | $128,098 |
How to apply
Peri & Geetha Alagappan 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 Peri & Geetha Alagappan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 6 | $4,450 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $300 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dallas Nagarathars | Cultural | $1,500 |
| Sri Meenakshi Temple Society | Religious | $1,000 |
| Houston Tamil Studies Chair | Education | $1,000 |
| Kural Koodal Semmozhi Foundation | Cultural | $500 |
| Udavum Karangal | Public Service | $300 |
| Anjali Center for Performing Arts | Cultural | $250 |
| Houston Food Bank | Public Service | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Perry Alagappan
- Geetha Alagappan
- Arti M Alagappan
- Perry N Alagappan
Questions people ask
Does Peri & Geetha Alagappan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Peri & Geetha Alagappan Foundation give?
$4,750 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Peri & Geetha Alagappan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Perry Alagappan (President), Geetha Alagappan (Secretary & Treasurer), Arti M Alagappan (Vice-President) and Perry N Alagappan (Vice-President).
What does Peri & Geetha Alagappan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.