Ram and Lakshmi Sundaram Foundation
Historical FunderLA Jolla, California · EIN 82-3313027 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | LAKSHMI SUNDARAM |
|---|---|
| Address | 8677 VILLA LA JOLLA DR 733, LA JOLLA CA 92037 |
| Phone | 2487650527 |
| Form and materials | The Ram and Lakshmi Sundaram Foundation provides grants to organizations that satisfy the mission of the FoundationTo provide resources and support to improve the lives of culturally, socially and economically disadvantaged persons. The Foundation provides grants to organizations in the United States that have been determined by the IRS to be 501(c)(3) charities. Many organizations solicit the Foundation for grants. It is the responsibility of the Foundation to identify and determine those groups that effectively meet the mission of the Foundation. Contribution requests that will be considered by the Foundation include the following categories: Requests for funds for general operating support or program related supportRequests for sponsorship of functions or events in support of non-profit organizationsRequests for grants will be reviewed by the Foundation. All grant requests must be made in accordance with this policy. The Foundations award letter specifies the terms of the grant, inc |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | The following categories are ineligible for CRA charitable contributions: Political, labor, fraternal organizations or civic clubs Religious organizations for sectarian purposes National health organizations or advocacy groups representing a specific disease Travel events, including student trips and tours Scholarship or fellowship assistance for a specified individual Memorial Campaigns Dues for membership of any group or organization Requests for other special advertising requests or premium items |
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
50% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wayne State University | Detroit, MI | Scholarship fund | $12,500 |
| Maternal Help Hope Fund | San Jose, CA | Prevention and treatment of childbirth injuries promarily obstetric fistula | $10,000 |
| Fistula Foundation | San Jose, CA | Prevention and treatment of childbirth injuries promarily obstetric fistula | $10,000 |
| Sankara Eye Foundation USA | Milpitas, CA | Eradicate cureable blindness in india | $7,500 |
| Aravind Eye Foundation | New York, NY | Treatment of eye diseases | $7,500 |
| Share and Care Foundation | Rochelle Park, NJ | Support and empower women & children in rural india | $7,000 |
| Accounting Aid Society | Detroit, MI | Financial literacy | $5,000 |
| Asti American Service to India | Diamond Bar, CA | Education, vacational training and women empowerment | $3,000 |
The return also lists 10 grants to individuals ($53,200). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $115,700 | 18 |
| 2024 | $87,000 | 18 |
| 2023 | $85,000 | 19 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621279349103407
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-3313027
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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