The Uberoi Foundation for Religious Studies
Preselected recipients only
The Uberoi Foundation for Religious Studies is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2024 it gave $177,387 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $6,500 and the largest $35,000. 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$177,387
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$6,500
- Largest grant$35,000
- Assets$7.9 million
- New grantees84%
Giving in 2024 was down from $240,000 the year before.
84% of its 2024 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 | $240,000 | 16 | $7.5 million |
| 2024 | $177,387 | 19 | $7.9 million |
How to apply
The Uberoi Foundation for Religious Studies 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 The Uberoi Foundation for Religious Studies funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $110,981 |
| Michigan | 1 | $20,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Colorado | 4 | $19,200 |
| Arizona | 1 | $6,500 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $403 |
| Kentucky | 3 | $303 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate Theological Union | 2024 Annual Uberoi Meeting (AUM) | $35,000 |
| Long Beach State Foundation | Charitable Event | $25,000 |
| Arihanta Institute | Compassion in Jainism, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Sikhism | $20,000 |
| Christopher Newport University Educational Foundat | Christopher Newport University - Routledge Bhagava | $20,000 |
| Community Partners | Revolutionary Love Bus Tour: Love as Justice | $20,000 |
| Regents of the University of Michigan | Sikh Formations: Blog-Podcast-Webinar & Journal | $20,000 |
| Sakyadhita | Awakening the Daughters of the Buddha | $10,981 |
| Naropa University | Research to be conducted on the Dharma traditions | $10,000 |
| University of Colorado Foundation | Heritage Buddhist Students - Research Fellowship & Language Study | $9,000 |
| Arizona State University Foundation for A New Amer | Collecting Devotion: Temples to Jina-a Virtual Experience | $6,500 |
| Drikung Meditation Center Inc | General & Unrestricted | $103 |
| Drepung Comang Institute | General & Unrestricted | $101 |
| Hindu Temple of Kentucky Inc | General & Unrestricted | $101 |
| Sikh Society of Kentucky Trust Inc | General & Unrestricted | $101 |
| Denver Sikh Gurudwara | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
| Hindu Temple and Cultural Center of the Rockies | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
| I S K Con of New England Inc | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
| Jain Center of Greater Boston | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
| New England Sikh Study Circle Inc | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Anu Bhatia
- Jyothi Bhatia
- Sneha Harjai
- Jeffery Long
- Yashwant Pathak
- James Polsfut
Questions people ask
Does The Uberoi Foundation for Religious Studies accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Uberoi Foundation for Religious Studies give?
$177,387 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $6,500.
Who runs The Uberoi Foundation for Religious Studies?
Its 2024 filing lists Anu Bhatia (Trustee), Jyothi Bhatia (Trustee), Sneha Harjai (Trustee) and Jeffery Long (Vice Chairman, Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Uberoi Foundation for Religious Studies fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and arts and culture.