Challa Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Challa Foundation is a private foundation in MC Lean, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $5,500 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$5,500
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$172,238
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $500 the year before.
100% 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 | $500 | 1 | $183,937 |
| 2024 | $5,500 | 5 | $172,238 |
How to apply
Challa 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 1 | $2,000 |
| Delaware | 1 | $1,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Idrf | Contribution | $2,000 |
| Mid-Atlantic Vipasana | Contribution | $1,000 |
| Gnyana Sangha | contribution | $1,000 |
| Greater DC Vipassana | contribution | $1,000 |
| MD Anderson | Cancer research | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Prasad Challa
- Sasala Challa
- Narasimhulu Challa
Questions people ask
Does Challa Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Challa Foundation give?
$5,500 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Challa Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Prasad Challa (Director), Sasala Challa (Director) and Narasimhulu Challa (Director).