Simran Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Simran Foundation is a private foundation in Naples, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $121,500 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $57,500. 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$121,500
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$57,500
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was up from $101,701 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 | $101,701 | 15 | $2.6 million |
| 2024 | $121,500 | 16 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Simran 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 Simran Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to New York. It also paid $10,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $58,000 |
| Illinois | 10 | $47,500 |
| California | 2 | $5,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American India Foundation | To suppor the mission of the charitable organization. | $57,500 |
| Adler Planetarium | To support the mission of the charitable organization. | $10,000 |
| Chicago Scholars | To support the mission of the charitable organization. | $10,000 |
| Sambandh Health Foundation | To support the mission of the charitable organization | $10,000 |
| A Silver Lining Foundation | To support the mission of the charitable organization. | $5,000 |
| Arogya World | To support the mission of the chariable organization. | $5,000 |
| Lake Forest Academy | To support the mission of the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| University of Chicago Booth School of Business | To support the mission of the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Gram Seva Foundation | To support the mission of the charitable organization | $5,000 |
| The Akshay Patra Foundation | To support the mission of the charitable organization. | $3,000 |
| Stanford University | To support the mission of the charitable organization | $2,500 |
| Lake Forest Country School Day | To support the mission of the charitable organization. | $1,000 |
| School of the Art Institute of Chicago | To support the mission of the charitable organization | $1,000 |
| Supernova Scholars | To support the mission of the charitable organization | $500 |
| American Foundation for Suicide Prevention | To support the mission of the charitable organization | $500 |
| Pathways | To support the mission of the charitable organization | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Seema Bhatia
- Ariana Bhatia
- Raj Bhatia
Questions people ask
Does Simran Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simran Foundation give?
$121,500 in tax year 2024, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Simran Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Seema Bhatia (President, Secretary, Director), Ariana Bhatia (Vice President & Director) and Raj Bhatia (Treasurer & Director).
What does Simran Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and environment and conservation.