Bains Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bains Foundation is a private foundation in Cresskill, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $36,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$36,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$5,463
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $27,500 the year before.
33% of its 2025 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 | $35,000 | 7 | $578,217 |
| 2024 | $27,500 | 5 | $624,596 |
| 2025 | $36,000 | 7 | $5,463 |
How to apply
Bains 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 Bains Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 4 | $18,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 2 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aats Foundation | Donation | $10,000 |
| Englewood Health Foundation | Donation | $6,000 |
| Gurunanak Mission | Donation | $5,000 |
| MSKCC | Donation | $5,000 |
| Gurunanak Mission | Donation | $5,000 |
| Ecef | Donation | $2,500 |
| Childrens Hope India | Donation | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Manjit Bains
Questions people ask
Does Bains Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bains Foundation give?
$36,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Bains Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Manjit Bains (Trustee).
What does Bains Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.