The Taiama Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Taiama Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $119,121 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $31,944. 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$119,121
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$31,944
- Assets$4.5 million
- New grantees89%
Giving in 2025 was down from $169,042 the year before.
89% 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 | $151,502 | 13 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $169,042 | 9 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $119,121 | 9 | $4.5 million |
How to apply
The Taiama 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 The Taiama Foundation funds
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Association Society of Artistic Culture | General support | $31,944 |
| Institute Community Paraty - Icp | General support | $15,395 |
| Sacred Art Museum - Santa Rita Church | General support | $14,216 |
| Music House | General support | $14,000 |
| Paraty Tennis School Project | General support | $12,500 |
| Renovabr | General support | $10,000 |
| Association of Education Partners | General support | $9,390 |
| Diocesan Mitre of Itaguai | General support | $8,226 |
| Institution Cultural Corpo | General support | $3,450 |
Officers and trustees
- Alain Belda
- Edward Aufman
Questions people ask
Does The Taiama Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Taiama Foundation give?
$119,121 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs The Taiama Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Alain Belda (Director - Part Time) and Edward Aufman (Manager - Part Time).
What does The Taiama Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, arts and culture and education.