Akila and S Somasegar Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Akila and S Somasegar Family Foundation is a private foundation in Seattle, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $131,953 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$131,953
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.8 million
- New grantees86%
Giving in 2024 was up from $92,150 the year before.
86% 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 | $92,150 | 5 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $131,953 | 7 | $5.8 million |
How to apply
Akila and S Somasegar Family 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 Akila and S Somasegar Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Washington. It also paid $10,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 2 | $51,500 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $35,253 |
| New York | 1 | $22,200 |
| Illinois | 1 | $8,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YMCA Seattle King Snohomish County | For exempt purposes | $50,000 |
| United Nations Foundation | For exempt purposes | $35,253 |
| Non-Traditional Employment for Women | For exempt purposes | $22,200 |
| Transal JLF Seattle | For exempt purposes | $10,000 |
| Key International Foundation | For exempt purposes | $8,000 |
| Association for Indias Development Inc | For exempt purposes | $5,000 |
| Seattle Art Museum | For exempt purposes | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Akila Somasegar
- Sivaramakichenane Somasegar
Questions people ask
Does Akila and S Somasegar Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Akila and S Somasegar Family Foundation give?
$131,953 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Akila and S Somasegar Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Akila Somasegar (President) and Sivaramakichenane Somasegar (Vice President).
What does Akila and S Somasegar Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.