The Bahadur Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Bahadur Family Foundation is a private foundation in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. In tax year 2024 it gave $80,050 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$80,050
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$4.0 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was down from $85,530 the year before.
35% of its 2024 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 | $85,530 | 19 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $80,050 | 17 | $4.0 million |
How to apply
The Bahadur Family 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 Bahadur Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Michigan. It also paid $30,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 6 | $19,950 |
| New York | 3 | $10,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $6,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $3,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nanjaraja Bahadur Education Charity Fund Boarding Home | To support the community | $30,000 |
| American Junior Golf Association | To support the community | $6,000 |
| Mai Family Services | To support the community | $5,500 |
| The Bharatiya Temple of Metropolitan Detroit | To support the community | $5,250 |
| COMMIT-2-CHANGE Inc | To support the community | $5,000 |
| JSS Spiritual Mission | To support the community | $5,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation (ACLU Foundation) | To support the community | $3,000 |
| Northwood University | To support the community | $3,000 |
| Save the Children | To support the community | $3,000 |
| Forgotten Harvest | To support the community | $2,700 |
| Ann & Robert H Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago | To support the community | $2,500 |
| Brookfield Academy Education Foundation | To support the community | $2,500 |
| Misericordia Heart of Mercy Center | To support the community | $2,500 |
| Green Beret Foundation | To support the community | $2,000 |
| Geetmala Foundation of Michigan | To support the community | $1,000 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | To support the community | $1,000 |
| AARP Foundation | To support the community | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- BN Bahadur
- Rani Bahadur
- Nikhil Bahadur
- Moneka Bahadur
Questions people ask
Does The Bahadur Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Bahadur Family Foundation give?
$80,050 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs The Bahadur Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists BN Bahadur (President), Rani Bahadur (Vice President), Nikhil Bahadur (Treasurer) and Moneka Bahadur (Trustee).
What does The Bahadur Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.