National Emphysema Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
National Emphysema Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Norwalk, Connecticut. In tax year 2024 it gave $82,658 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $18,653. 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$82,658
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$18,653
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was down from $108,082 the year before.
36% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $108,082 | 12 | $3.4 million |
| 2024 | $82,658 | 11 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
National Emphysema Foundation Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What National Emphysema Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 4 | $45,453 |
| New York | 3 | $18,600 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $5,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $3,605 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Norwalk Hospital | Education | $18,653 |
| Elmhurst Hosptial | Community | $10,100 |
| Yale University | Education | $10,000 |
| Nuvance Health | Education | $10,000 |
| Cebu Doctors University | Education | $6,800 |
| Deborah Hospital Foundati | Community | $5,000 |
| National Jewish Health | Research | $5,000 |
| Cook County Health | Education | $5,000 |
| Aspen Lung | Education | $5,000 |
| Grady Health Atlanta | Community | $3,605 |
| HSCB | Community | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald Nair Esq
- Karyn Bhak
- Rhoda Nair
- Dr Laurence Nair
Questions people ask
Does National Emphysema Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does National Emphysema Foundation Inc give?
$82,658 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs National Emphysema Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Ronald Nair Esq (Secretary an), Karyn Bhak (Trustee), Rhoda Nair (Executive Di) and Dr Laurence Nair (President).
What does National Emphysema Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.