Defries Bajpai Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Defries Bajpai Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $56,718 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $18,018 and the largest $28,700. 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$56,718
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$18,018
- Largest grant$28,700
- Assets$449,605
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $91,822 the year before.
67% 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 | $24,531 | 2 | $417,887 |
| 2024 | $91,822 | 4 | $418,328 |
| 2025 | $56,718 | 3 | $449,605 |
How to apply
Defries Bajpai 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 Defries Bajpai Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Missouri. It also paid $46,718 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics | Support research on millets | $28,700 |
| Tendril | To further its charitable purpose | $18,018 |
| Washington University | Undergrad research support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ruth Defries
- Avinash Bajpai
- Triveni Defries
- Jitendra Bajpai
Questions people ask
Does Defries Bajpai Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Defries Bajpai Foundation give?
$56,718 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $18,018.
Who runs Defries Bajpai Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ruth Defries (President), Avinash Bajpai (Vice Preside), Triveni Defries (Secretary) and Jitendra Bajpai (Treasurer).
What does Defries Bajpai Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, science and research and education.