Nezhat Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nezhat Family Foundation is a private foundation in Redwood City, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $225,950 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $125,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$225,950
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$29.1 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2025 was down from $267,000 the year before.
40% of its 2025 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 | $327,000 | 14 | $6.9 million |
| 2024 | $267,000 | 20 | $14.0 million |
| 2025 | $225,950 | 12 | $29.1 million |
How to apply
Nezhat 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.
What Nezhat Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts. It also paid $10,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $125,000 |
| California | 5 | $60,450 |
| Alabama | 1 | $15,000 |
| Oregon | 2 | $12,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $3,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Latvia Medical Foundation | Provide healthcare research | $125,000 |
| Stanford University | Help provide healthcare education | $30,000 |
| Haiti Hands on Inc | Help provide education to rural children of haiti | $19,000 |
| American Society of Reproductive Me | Provide healthcare research | $15,000 |
| Sherie Hildreth Ovarian Cancer Foun | Support cancer research | $10,000 |
| Penninsula Youth Sail Foundation | To provide comprehensive sailing program to youths in the bay area. Learn to sail safely, cultivate character & community values. | $10,000 |
| New European Surgical Academy | Provide healthcare research | $10,000 |
| Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeon | To promote surgeons and other health care professionals interested in minimally invasive surgery & therapy. | $3,000 |
| House of God Ministry | Help provide healthcare education | $2,000 |
| Individual | Help provide education to young women in kenya | $1,000 |
| Endometriosis Association Inc | Provide healthcare research & education | $500 |
| Individual | Gift to help defray funeral costs for family member | $450 |
Officers and trustees
- Camran Nezhat
- Farr Nezhat
- Ceana Nezhat
Questions people ask
Does Nezhat Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nezhat Family Foundation give?
$225,950 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Nezhat Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Camran Nezhat (President), Farr Nezhat (Director) and Ceana Nezhat (Director).
What does Nezhat Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.