OVERVIEW: The Tarsadia Foundation supports education, health and human services, and economic empowerment in Orange County and the Greater Los Angeles area.
IP TAKE: Keep an eye on this funder’s shifting grantmaking following its recent strategic review process. Even though it does not accept unsolicited proposals or requests for funding, it does invite new grantseekers to reach out and introduce themselves, which makes this a funder that is more accessible than appears at first glance.
PROFILE: Established in 1999, the Tarsadia Foundation is the foundation of B.U. Patel & Pushpa Patel. The foundation is based in Newport Beach, California. It seeks to “provide educational opportunities for the underserved, support health and well-being of the community, and help to employ the employable through economic empowerment.” B.U. Patel is the founder and vice chairman of Newport Beach-based Tarsadia Hotels. Grantmaking includes education, health and human services, and economic empowerment.
Grants for Community Development, Work and Economic Opportunity, and Education
This foundation gives broadly within these three focus areas. The foundation also typically makes grants on an annual basis. As a general rule, Tarsadia does not support political causes, lobbying activities, endowment campaigns, individuals, or organizations that aren’t IRS tax-exempt.
Southern California is the focus of this funder’s giving. It gives special priority to organizations that serve Orange County and the Greater Los Angeles area. However, more recently, the funder has expanded its giving to global efforts as well, especially for organizations that work in India.
Important Grant Details
Foundation grants often range from $10,000 to $500,000. The foundation does not accept unsolicited grant proposals, but it does encourage grantseekers to reach out. View the foundation’s application process page for the most current information for grant seekers. Direct general questions to the staff at 949-610-8038 or info@tarsadiafoundation.org.
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