Raman Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Raman Family Foundation is a private foundation in Mercer Island, Washington. In tax year 2024 it gave $118,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. 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$118,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$2.2 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $254,865 the year before.
40% 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 | $254,865 | 13 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $118,000 | 15 | $2.2 million |
How to apply
Raman 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 Raman Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 12 | $95,500 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $15,000 |
| California | 2 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of King County | Community support | $25,000 |
| Seattle University | Alumni Support | $20,000 |
| Hindu Temple & Cultutal Center | General support | $15,000 |
| brown university | general support | $15,000 |
| Seattle Art Museum | Conservation and Maintenance of Art | $11,000 |
| Friends of Waterfront Park | General Support | $10,000 |
| santa clara university | general support | $5,000 |
| Outdoor for all foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| The Sophia Way | General support | $2,500 |
| Food Lifeline | General support | $2,500 |
| Akshaya Patra Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Kiran Anjali Project | Children Education in India | $2,500 |
| Mary's Place Seattle | General support | $1,000 |
| Northwest Harvest | General support | $500 |
| The Mountaineers | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mala Raman
- Suri Raman
Questions people ask
Does Raman Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Raman Family Foundation give?
$118,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Raman Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Mala Raman (President) and Suri Raman (Treasurer).
What does Raman Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.