The Desai Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Desai Foundation is a private foundation in Frankfort, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $106,505 in 10 grants; the typical grant was $5,250 and the largest $45,501. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$106,505
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$5,250
- Largest grant$45,501
- Assets$2.6 million
- New grantees70%
Giving in 2025 was up from $72,351 the year before.
70% 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 | $35,016 | 9 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $72,351 | 8 | $2.3 million |
| 2025 | $106,505 | 10 | $2.6 million |
How to apply
The Desai 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 The Desai Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Kentucky.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 1 | $45,501 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $30,000 |
| New York | 2 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $10,100 |
| Michigan | 3 | $703 |
| California | 1 | $201 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Divine Shakti Foundation | Charity | $45,501 |
| Dartmouth College | Charity | $30,000 |
| Edward Foundation | Charity | $10,000 |
| UNICEF USA | Charity | $10,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charity | $10,000 |
| Mandir - Iskcon Detroit | Charity | $501 |
| Ekta Center | Charity | $201 |
| Hindu Temple - Canton | Charity | $101 |
| Harinam Sankirtan Madal | Charity | $101 |
| American Heart Association | Charity | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Tejal Harshad Desai
- Rupal Desai
- Sarojini Desai
- Harshad Desai
Questions people ask
Does The Desai Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Desai Foundation give?
$106,505 in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $5,250.
Who runs The Desai Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tejal Harshad Desai (President), Rupal Desai (Treasurer), Sarojini Desai (Secretary) and Harshad Desai (Director).
What does The Desai Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.