Taj Foundation
Accepts applications
Taj Foundation is a private foundation in Springfield, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $208,183 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $6,637 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$208,183
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$6,637
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.3 million
- New grantees65%
Giving in 2025 was down from $247,446 the year before.
65% 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 | $228,925 | 24 | $4.6 million |
| 2024 | $247,446 | 13 | $4.8 million |
| 2025 | $208,183 | 18 | $5.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Tajuddin Ahmed Co Taj Foundation 1174 East Home Road, Springfield, OH 45503 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (937) 398-0054 |
| What to submit | Letter format |
What Taj Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois. It also paid $1,000 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 6 | $78,824 |
| Florida | 2 | $65,000 |
| Ohio | 5 | $40,450 |
| Indiana | 2 | $13,000 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $8,909 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| International Institute of Islamic Medicine | Charitable contribution | $50,000 |
| Individual | Charitable contribution | $38,600 |
| Northwest Suburban College of Basic and Allied Health Sciences | Charitable contribution | $20,000 |
| Five Pillars Free Clinic | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| Ridgewood Schools | Charitable contribution | $15,000 |
| Ohio State University | Charitable contribution | $13,295 |
| Islamic Society of North America | Charitable contribution | $12,000 |
| University of Louisville | Charitable contribution | $8,909 |
| Islamic Foundation | Charitable contribution | $8,274 |
| Al-Karim Foundation | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Springfield Arts Council | Charitable contribution | $5,000 |
| Little Sprouts | Charitable contribution | $4,950 |
| Wright State University | Charitable contribution | $4,155 |
| Sayeed Ahmed | Charitable contribution | $3,000 |
| Ihsan Initiative | Charitable contribution | $2,000 |
| Unity Production Foundation | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Youth and Community Outreach | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
| Zakat Foundation of India | Charitable contribution | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Tajuddin Ahmed
- Ashfaq Ahmed
- Afshan Syed
Questions people ask
Does Taj Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Taj Foundation give?
$208,183 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $6,637.
Who runs Taj Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Tajuddin Ahmed (President), Ashfaq Ahmed (Vice President) and Afshan Syed (Treasurer/Secretary).
What does Taj Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, faith communities and education.