Nafasi Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nafasi Foundation is a private foundation in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In tax year 2024 it gave $84,624 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $12,097 and the largest $21,265. 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$84,624
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$12,097
- Largest grant$21,265
- Assets$234,050
Giving in 2024 was up from $61,520 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $61,520 | 6 | $247,435 |
| 2024 | $84,624 | 7 | $234,050 |
How to apply
Nafasi 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 Nafasi Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 6 | $82,900 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,724 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $21,265 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $17,915 |
| Individual | Scholarship payment for tuition, room andboard, books and fees | $15,621 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $12,097 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $10,632 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $5,370 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,724 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas R Bell
- Jason Sixsmith
- Todd Brown
Questions people ask
Does Nafasi Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nafasi Foundation give?
$84,624 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $12,097.
Who runs Nafasi Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas R Bell (President), Jason Sixsmith (Vice President) and Todd Brown (Director).
What does Nafasi Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.