Biswas Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Biswas Family Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $12.2 million in 1 grant; the typical grant was $170,000 and the largest $170,000. 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$12.2 million
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$170,000
- Largest grant$170,000
- Assets$60.4 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was up from $35,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $35,000 | 1 | $21.7 million |
| 2024 | $12.2 million | 1 | $60.4 million |
How to apply
Biswas 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $170,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Milken Institute | General support | $170,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sanjit Biswas
- Hope Biswas
Questions people ask
Does Biswas Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Biswas Family Foundation give?
$12.2 million in tax year 2024, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $170,000.
Who runs Biswas Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sanjit Biswas (Co-President, Treasurer) and Hope Biswas (Co-President, Secretary).