Trehan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Trehan Foundation is a private foundation in McLean, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $330,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$330,000
- Assets$18.7 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 82 | $17.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 17 | $18.7 million |
How to apply
Trehan 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 Trehan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 2 | $350,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $250,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $180,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $100,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $57,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $34,750 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| New York | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bitsaa International Inc | General purpose | $330,000 |
| University of Michigan | General purpose | $250,000 |
| Kennedy Center | General fund | $100,000 |
| Obama Foundation | General fund | $100,000 |
| Wolf Trap Foundation | General fund | $50,000 |
| Hindu American Foundation | General fund | $35,000 |
| Ashiyanaa | General support | $32,750 |
| Carnegie Endowement | General support | $25,000 |
| Pratham USA | General Support | $25,000 |
| Fair Observer | General fund | $20,000 |
| Washington Tennis & Education Fund | General fund | $15,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | General purpose | $10,000 |
| Crew | General support | $5,000 |
| Global Performing Arts | General purpose | $5,000 |
| The Writer's Center | General Support | $2,000 |
| Amigos de Los Americas | General purpose | $1,500 |
| Rotary Club of Great Falls Foundation | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ranvir Trehan
Questions people ask
Does Trehan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Trehan Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Trehan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ranvir Trehan (President/Secretary).
What does Trehan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.