The Namaste Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Namaste Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Columbus, Indiana. In tax year 2025 it gave $625,500 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $17,000 and the largest $75,000. 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$625,500
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$17,000
- Largest grant$75,000
- Assets$18.0 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was up from $525,500 the year before.
16% of its 2025 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 | $515,400 | 34 | $11.8 million |
| 2024 | $525,500 | 25 | $15.1 million |
| 2025 | $625,500 | 26 | $18.0 million |
How to apply
The Namaste 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.
What The Namaste Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 11 | $228,500 |
| Indiana | 8 | $189,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $90,000 |
| California | 2 | $70,000 |
| New York | 2 | $33,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder Valley Health Center | Operating Budget | $75,000 |
| PP Great Northwest Hawaii Alaska Indiana Kentucky | Operating Budget | $75,000 |
| United Way of Bartholomew County | Annual Campaign | $50,000 |
| Pacific Crest Trail Association | Technology Upgrade Project | $40,000 |
| Sycamore Land Trust | Stewardship and land acquisition | $40,000 |
| Turning Point | Operating Budget | $40,000 |
| The Cycle Effect | Middle School Girls Program | $35,000 |
| Wildlife Conservation Network | Support Scientist research | $30,000 |
| Broomfield Coummunity Foundation | Refugee Fund | $25,000 |
| Tibet Fund | Hospital and Refugee assistance programs | $25,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship & COVID related aid | $22,500 |
| Broomfield FISH | Food for the hungry | $18,000 |
| Colorado Water Trust | Operating Budget | $17,000 |
| Conservation Law Center (Indiana University) | Operating Budget | $17,000 |
| Advocates For Children | Operating Budget | $17,000 |
| Best | Operating Budget | $15,000 |
| Heritage Fund | Hispanic-Latino scholarships | $15,000 |
| Orion Society | Operating Budget | $15,000 |
| Regis University | Good Trouble Conversation Series | $12,000 |
| WOW Children's Museum | Operating Budget | $10,000 |
| Educate the Children Fund | Operating Budget | $8,000 |
| Circle | Leadership Retreats | $5,000 |
| Foundation for Youth | Operating Budget | $5,000 |
| Hoosier Environmental Council | Operating Budget | $5,000 |
| Emerald School | High risk Girls after school program | $4,500 |
| Alicia Sanchez Elementary School | After School Program | $4,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Constance Marbach
- Beth Marbach
- Dana Hatlelid
- Christian Freitag
- Terry Marbach
- Nickki Gonzales
Questions people ask
Does The Namaste Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Namaste Foundation Inc give?
$625,500 in tax year 2025, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $17,000.
Who runs The Namaste Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Constance Marbach (Secretary/Director), Beth Marbach (Vice-President/Director), Dana Hatlelid (Director) and Christian Freitag (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does The Namaste Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and human services.