Taslimi Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Taslimi Foundation is a private foundation in Santa Monica, California. In tax year 2023 it gave $65,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$65,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$101,284
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2023 was down from $179,176 the year before.
67% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $179,176 | 4 | $182,759 |
| 2023 | $65,000 | 3 | $101,284 |
How to apply
Taslimi 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 Taslimi Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
| California | 2 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Chicago - Lily Ayman Memorial Persian Studies Fund | General support | $50,000 |
| Opccpeople Concern | General support | $10,000 |
| Project Angel Food | General support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Shidan Taslimi
- Mehran Taslimi
Questions people ask
Does Taslimi Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Taslimi Foundation give?
$65,000 in tax year 2023, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Taslimi Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Shidan Taslimi (President) and Mehran Taslimi (Secretary/Cfo).
What does Taslimi Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and food and hunger.