Kiani Foundation
Historical FunderIrvine, California · EIN 01-0956020 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $20,000 and $100,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | KIANI FOUNDATION ATTN GLENN PARRISH |
|---|---|
| Address | UCI UNIVERSITY PARK 121 THEORY, IRVINE CA 92617 |
| Phone | 9497615900 |
| GLENN.PARRISH@KIANIFOUNDATION.ORG | |
| Form and materials | THE LETTER SHOULD PROVIDE INFORMATION NECESSARY FOR THE FOUNDATION TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE GRANT REQUEST MEETS ITS GUIDELINES AND SUPPORTS ITS MISSION, INCLUDING A DESCRIPTION OF THE PROJECT TO B E FUNDED, THE TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET, THE AMOUNT REQUESTED FROM THE FOUNDATION, AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION ABOUT THE APPLYING ORGANIZATION, INCLUDING ITS HISTORY, PURPOSE AND ACTIVITIES. REVIEW THE LETTER OF INQUIRY CHECKLIST FOR MORE DETAILS WHICH CAN BE FOUND AT HTTPS://WWW.KIANIFOUNDATION.ORG/ THE FOUNDATION CONSIDERS ALL LETTERS OF INQUIRY AND ACKNOWLEDGES THEIR RECEIPT BY EMAIL. IF THE FOUNDATION DETERMINES THAT THE REQUESTOR'S FUNDING NEEDS ARE CONSISTENT WITH THE FOUNDATION'S ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS, THE REQUESTOR WILL BE INVITED TO APPLY AND PROVIDE THE NECESSARY FORMS AND DETAILS TO SUBMIT A COMPREHENSIVE APPLICATION. |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
44% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uci Foundation | Irvine, CA | Healthcare research | $150,000 |
| The Voices Project | Brooklyn, NY | General operating support | $100,000 |
| The Carter Center | Atlanta, GA | General operating support | $100,000 |
| St Mary and All Angels Christian School | Aliso Viejo, CA | Scholarships | $75,000 |
| Patient Safety Watch | London, UK | Patient safety research | $60,000 |
| St Mary and All Angels Christian School | Aliso Viejo, CA | Scholarships | $35,000 |
| T'ruah | New York, NY | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Jewish Voice for Peace | Berkeley, CA | General operating support | $20,000 |
| Anaheim Community Foundation | Anaheim, CA | Anaheim health fair | $20,000 |
| International Children's Advisory Network | Marietta, GA | General operating support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $590,000 | 10 |
| 2023 | $3,363,930 | 15 |
| 2022 | $2,433,050 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202600439349101265
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 01-0956020
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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