The Chirag Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Chirag Foundation is a private foundation in Carlisle, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $577,673 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $40,000 and the largest $98,000. 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$577,673
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$40,000
- Largest grant$98,000
- Assets$13.6 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
46% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $639,470 | 15 | $12.8 million |
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 13 | $12.7 million |
| 2024 | $577,673 | 13 | $13.6 million |
How to apply
The Chirag 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 Chirag Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Massachusetts. It also paid $32,516 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 5 | $221,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $98,000 |
| California | 2 | $76,157 |
| New York | 2 | $75,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $40,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $35,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pardada Pardadi Educational Society | To sponsor girls education and women's health & hygiene (expenditure responsibility grant) | $98,000 |
| Idea | Various | $65,000 |
| The Akshayapatra Foundation | Sponsor nutritious meals to children studying in government schools and government-aided schools. (expenditure responsibility grant) | $61,157 |
| Boston Higher Education Resource Center | Various | $60,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lwoell | Various | $50,000 |
| Sakhi for South Asian Women | Various | $45,000 |
| Operation Restoration | Various | $40,000 |
| Resilient Neighborhood Project | Various | $35,000 |
| Nav Srishti | Enhance the capacities and skills of underprivileged and marginalized communities, especially womenand children so that they could become self-dependent and live a dignified and respectful life.(expenditure responsibility grant) | $32,516 |
| Neighborhood Villages | Various | $30,000 |
| Red Hook Initiative | Various | $30,000 |
| The Life Is Good Playmaker Project | Various | $16,000 |
| Center for Empowered Politics Education Fund | Various | $15,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Anil Singhal
- Abha Singhal
Questions people ask
Does The Chirag Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Chirag Foundation give?
$577,673 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $40,000.
Who runs The Chirag Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Anil Singhal (Trustee) and Abha Singhal (Trustee).
What does The Chirag Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and community development.