Shiraz and Leili Wildlife Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shiraz and Leili Wildlife Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $628,490 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $611,340. 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$628,490
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$611,340
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $432,670 the year before.
38% 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 | $432,670 | 11 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $628,490 | 10 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Shiraz and Leili Wildlife 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 Shiraz and Leili Wildlife Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maryland. It also paid $611,340 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 3 | $9,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $2,650 |
| California | 1 | $2,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kenya Wildlife Service | General & Unrestricted (IN-KIND GRANTS - SEE GENERAL EXPLANATION) | $611,340 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | helping those displaced in Sudan | $5,000 |
| Friends of Tri-Cities Animal Shelter | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| International Medical Corps | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | Support for Sudan | $2,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA Inc | General & Unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Castaway Animals Rescue Effort | General & Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Long Term Support Tr | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Lighthouse Mission Ministries | General & Unrestricted | $650 |
Officers and trustees
- Neila Balolia
- Shiraz H Balolia
- Jamila S Melius
Questions people ask
Does Shiraz and Leili Wildlife Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shiraz and Leili Wildlife Foundation give?
$628,490 in tax year 2024, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Shiraz and Leili Wildlife Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Neila Balolia (Dir), Shiraz H Balolia (Dir, Pres) and Jamila S Melius (Dir, Sec, Treas, VP).
What does Shiraz and Leili Wildlife Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and animals.