Sankaran Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sankaran Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $100,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$100,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$7.0 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $5.9 million |
| 2024 | $100,000 | 2 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
Sankaran Charitable 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 Sankaran Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $75,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bank of America Charitable Gift Fun | Donor Advised Fund Contribution | $75,000 |
| Little Traverse Bay Humane Society | Animal Welfare | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vivek Sankaran
- Nancy L Sankaran
- Sylvia Sankaran
Questions people ask
Does Sankaran Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sankaran Charitable Foundation give?
$100,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Sankaran Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Vivek Sankaran (Pres & Director), Nancy L Sankaran (VP & Director) and Sylvia Sankaran (Director).
What does Sankaran Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals.