Bhaga Private Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bhaga Private Foundation is a private foundation in Fairfield, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $15,006 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $1,633 and the largest $6,915. 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$15,006
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$1,633
- Largest grant$6,915
- Assets$59,283
Giving in 2024 was up from $1,008 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1,008 | 1 | $33,206 |
| 2024 | $15,006 | 5 | $59,283 |
How to apply
Bhaga Private 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 Bhaga Private Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to West Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| West Virginia | 1 | $6,915 |
| Iowa | 2 | $6,008 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,633 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $450 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maharishi Purusha Program | Education scholarships | $6,915 |
| Brahmananda Saraswati Foundation | Education scholarships | $5,000 |
| Jack and Karen Sugden | Education scholarships | $1,633 |
| Maharishi Foundation International | Education scholarships | $1,008 |
| MA Transcendntal Meditation Program | Education scholarships | $450 |
Officers and trustees
- Ted Weissman
- John Gorup
- Douglas McLeish
- William Britton Roberts
Questions people ask
Does Bhaga Private Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bhaga Private Foundation give?
$15,006 in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $1,633.
Who runs Bhaga Private Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ted Weissman (Director), John Gorup (Director), Douglas McLeish (Director) and William Britton Roberts (Director).
What does Bhaga Private Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.