Kakarala Foundation
Historical FunderTroy, Michigan · EIN 38-2703534 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Ramani Kakarala |
|---|---|
| Address | 2808 Mayfair Dr, Troy MI 48084 |
| Phone | 2482194401 |
| kakarala25@gmail.com | |
| Form and materials | None |
| Deadlines | No |
| Restrictions | Educational Institutions Student Scholarships Religious InstitutionsTemples & Churches etc. State Organizations Charitable Organizations both in USA and India |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
62% of grants went outside Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norton High School | Norton, OH | Speech Debate and Drama Programs in honor of Mr. William Vail | $25,000 |
| Fidelity Charitable Fund | Cincinnati, OH | Donations to IRS Qualified Organizations in USA | $22,525 |
| Chemical Engineering U of M | Ann Arbor, MI | Ch E Impact Fund | $10,000 |
| ZP High School Pedapadu India | Pedapadu Village, IN | School Facilities Development | $5,000 |
| Sree Venkateswara Temple | Richfield, OH | Temple Buildings | $5,000 |
| Bridge Community Church | Troy, MI | Church Donation for Philanthropic Programs | $1,500 |
| Paideia Fund | Atlanta, GA | Student Development | $1,000 |
| AshaKiran Inc | Huntsville, AL | Supporting Organization Most needed Projects | $500 |
| Bharatiya Temple | Troy, MI | Temple Pujas | $377 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($2,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $72,902 | 11 |
| 2023 | $140,890 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 25, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202522989349100002
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-2703534
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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