Vijay and Marie Goradia Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Vijay and Marie Goradia Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $977,740 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $12,200 and the largest $600,000. 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$977,740
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$12,200
- Largest grant$600,000
- Assets$39.7 million
- New grantees75%
Giving in 2024 was down from $9.0 million the year before.
75% of its 2024 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 | $9.0 million | 22 | $29.2 million |
| 2024 | $977,740 | 12 | $39.7 million |
How to apply
Vijay and Marie Goradia 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 Vijay and Marie Goradia Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $600,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $250,000 |
| Texas | 8 | $112,740 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Armman-Usa | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $600,000 |
| New Venture Fund | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $250,000 |
| Texas Tribune Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $25,000 |
| Asia Society Texas Center | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $23,000 |
| Cancare Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $22,840 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $12,400 |
| The Philanthropy Workshop | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $12,000 |
| Hindu Temple of the Woodland | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Women Moving Millions Inc | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Indiaspora | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $5,000 |
| St Patrick Catholic Church | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $5,000 |
| 19th News | To further the exempt purpose of the organization. | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sapphira Goradia
- Vijay Goradia
- Marie Goradia
Questions people ask
Does Vijay and Marie Goradia Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Vijay and Marie Goradia Charitable Foundation give?
$977,740 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $12,200.
Who runs Vijay and Marie Goradia Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sapphira Goradia (President & Treasurer), Vijay Goradia (Vice-President) and Marie Goradia (Secretary).
What does Vijay and Marie Goradia Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.