Bridging Nations Foundation
Accepts applications
Bridging Nations Foundation is a private foundation in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. In tax year 2025 it gave $61,007 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $1,001 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$61,007
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$1,001
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$1.5 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $50,008 the year before.
50% 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 | $32,033 | 28 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $50,008 | 12 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $61,007 | 8 | $1.5 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Manisha Paralikar 1091 Cactus Drive, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (203) 376-8060 |
| What to submit | Letter - Open Format |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bridging Nations Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 5 | $54,504 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,001 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,001 |
| California | 1 | $501 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| San Juan Mountain Association | Environment/Culture | $50,000 |
| South Asian American Digital Archive | Education / Culture | $5,001 |
| Community Foundation of SW Colorado | Emergency Relief Fund | $2,001 |
| Humane Society of Pagosa Springs | Animal Care | $1,001 |
| Colorado 14ers Initiative | Environmental | $1,001 |
| Feest Food Empowerment Educ Team | Food Education | $1,001 |
| Wikimedia Foundation | Education/Social | $501 |
| Chama Peak Land Alliance | Environment | $501 |
Officers and trustees
- Sunandini P Ambegaonkar
- Manisha Paralikar
Questions people ask
Does Bridging Nations Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Bridging Nations Foundation give?
$61,007 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $1,001.
Who runs Bridging Nations Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sunandini P Ambegaonkar (Director) and Manisha Paralikar (President).
What does Bridging Nations Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.