PJ and Mary Ann Desai Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
PJ and Mary Ann Desai Family Foundation is a private foundation in Town Country, Missouri. In tax year 2024 it gave $131,750 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $100,000. 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$131,750
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$633,322
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2024 was up from $30,750 the year before.
39% 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 | $30,750 | 9 | $709,424 |
| 2024 | $131,750 | 13 | $633,322 |
How to apply
PJ and Mary Ann Desai 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 PJ and Mary Ann Desai Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 1 | $100,000 |
| Missouri | 5 | $17,500 |
| Michigan | 3 | $9,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin Foundation | Education | $100,000 |
| John Burroughs School | Education | $10,500 |
| University of Michigan | Education | $4,500 |
| Rossman School | Education | $3,500 |
| Bay Harbor Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| United Way of Greater St Louis | To support united way of greater st. Louis | $2,500 |
| MIT | Education | $2,500 |
| Great Lakes Center for the Arts | General support | $2,500 |
| Northwestern University | Education | $1,500 |
| Humane Society of Missouri | General support | $500 |
| Nine PBS | General support | $500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project Inc | General support | $500 |
| St Judes Children's Research Hospital | General support | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- PJ Desai
- Mary Ann Desai
Questions people ask
Does PJ and Mary Ann Desai Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does PJ and Mary Ann Desai Family Foundation give?
$131,750 in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs PJ and Mary Ann Desai Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists PJ Desai (Co-Trustee) and Mary Ann Desai (Co-Trustee).
What does PJ and Mary Ann Desai Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.