Foundation for World Education Inc
Accepts applications
Foundation for World Education Inc is a private foundation in Lowell, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $235,551 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$235,551
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $107,160 the year before.
73% 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 | $67,846 | 4 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $107,160 | 18 | $3.1 million |
| 2025 | $235,551 | 20 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Susan Curtiss PO Box 1946, Lowell, MA 01853 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (978) 844-0954, info@foundationforworldeducation.org |
| What to submit | |
| Deadlines | January 7 and August 15 |
| Restrictions | The award to grantees are limited to incorporated nonprofit organizations that support the vision of a transformed world espoused by sri aurobindo and the mother. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Foundation for World Education Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York. It also paid $190,179 in 9 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $28,892 |
| California | 3 | $12,803 |
| Utah | 2 | $3,677 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Auroville Unity Fund | Morning Star Construction Grant-Tranche 1 | $50,000 |
| Auroville Unity Fund | Morning Star Construction Grant-Tranche 2 | $50,000 |
| Auroville Unity Fund | Support for 6 PCG projects in Auroville (Completion of AV Language Lab, Morning Star Birth Training, Morningstar Infrastructure, Supportive Learning Satellite, Nandanam Kindergarten, Cultivating Wisdom and Compassion) - Tranche 2 | $25,752 |
| Auroville Unity Fund | Support for 6 PCG projects in Auroville (Completion of AV Language Lab, Morning Star Birth Training, Morningstar Infrastructure, Supportive Learning Satellite, Nandanam Kindergarten, | $25,000 |
| Auro Mira Service Society | Annual disbursal from Sapru Kohl Fund to support the Kechla school | $19,092 |
| The Sarvam Trust USA | Animation Film 'Sri Aurobindo: A Call to New India' Grant | $12,000 |
| JAL Trust | Tone of Mind Project Grant | $9,500 |
| Matagiri | Awareness Through the Body Dutch | $6,590 |
| Auroville International USA | Annual Disbursal Morning Star Fund (remainder) | $6,513 |
| Individual | Rural Education Project Grant | $6,000 |
| The Vanaver Caravan | Vanaver Caravan Grant | $5,000 |
| Matagiri | Sam Spanier Centenary Film Grant | $4,000 |
| Auroville International Deutschland | Awareness Through the Body Project Grant-Phase 1 in Germany | $3,824 |
| Sasp | Annual Disbursal SASP NCE Fund | $3,518 |
| Midwife College of Utah | Annual Disbursal of Morning Star Fund (Krishna's Tuition 2) | $2,916 |
| Saa | Annual Disbursal SAA NCE Fund | $2,772 |
| Auroville Unity Fund | Annual Disbursal Mickie's Fund (Matrimandir) | $1,011 |
| Midwife College of Utah | Annual Disbursal of Morning Star Fund (Krishna's Tuition 1) | $761 |
| Matagiri | Annual Disbursal Mickey's Fund 2025 | $674 |
| Matagiri | Annual Disbursal Mickey's Fund 2024 for Lost Check | $628 |
Officers and trustees
- Matthew A Needham
- Susan Curtiss
- Chaitanya Datla
- Andrew Kay
- Norbert Schuster
- Andrew Sechler
- Pravir Malik
Questions people ask
Does Foundation for World Education Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: January 7 and August 15.
How much does Foundation for World Education Inc give?
$235,551 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Foundation for World Education Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Matthew A Needham (President), Susan Curtiss (Secretary), Chaitanya Datla (Trustee) and Andrew Kay (Treasurer) among 7 officers and trustees.
What does Foundation for World Education Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, education and arts and culture.