Fund 25
Preselected recipients only
Fund 25 is a private foundation in Raleigh, North Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $3,000 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $2,000. 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$3,000
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$84
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $53,500 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 | $78,500 | 5 | $4,805 |
| 2024 | $53,500 | 4 | $4,051 |
| 2025 | $3,000 | 3 | $84 |
How to apply
Fund 25 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 Fund 25 funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $2,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Aldert Root Educational Foundation | General support/education | $2,000 |
| US Soccer | General support/sports | $500 |
| Princeton University | Annual giving campaign | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Roxanne Saucier
- Nabarun Dasgupta
Questions people ask
Does Fund 25 accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Fund 25 give?
$3,000 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Fund 25?
Its 2025 filing lists Roxanne Saucier (President) and Nabarun Dasgupta (Secretary /Treasurer).
What does Fund 25 fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.