Salim and Mehar Chowdhrey Foundatio
Preselected recipients only
Salim and Mehar Chowdhrey Foundatio is a private foundation in Short Hills, New Jersey. In tax year 2025 it gave $60,750 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 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$60,750
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$4.2 million
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $143,351 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $150,013 |
| 2024 | $143,351 | 11 | $1.5 million |
| 2025 | $60,750 | 3 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Salim and Mehar Chowdhrey Foundatio 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 Salim and Mehar Chowdhrey Foundatio funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 2 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Friends of Indus Hospit | Medical program | $10,000 |
| Friends of Indus Hospit | Medical program | $10,000 |
| Amound Foundation | General operati | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mehar Chowdhrey
- Amna Chowdhrey
- Dr Mustafa Imran
Questions people ask
Does Salim and Mehar Chowdhrey Foundatio accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Salim and Mehar Chowdhrey Foundatio give?
$60,750 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Salim and Mehar Chowdhrey Foundatio?
Its 2025 filing lists Mehar Chowdhrey (President), Amna Chowdhrey (Secretary) and Dr Mustafa Imran (Treasurer).
What does Salim and Mehar Chowdhrey Foundatio fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.