Bhatia Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Bhatia Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $577,625 in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $125,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$577,625
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$10.0 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was up from $420,000 the year before.
42% of its 2024 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 | $420,000 | 26 | $10.0 million |
| 2024 | $577,625 | 26 | $10.0 million |
How to apply
Bhatia 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 Bhatia Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 14 | $206,125 |
| Colorado | 2 | $135,000 |
| New York | 3 | $115,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $70,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $10,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $10,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $1,250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $750 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Catapult Design | Charitable | $125,000 |
| Path | Charitable | $70,000 |
| Columbia Law School | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Houston Area Women's Center | Charitable | $60,000 |
| Medcins Sans Frontiers USA | Charitable | $50,000 |
| Rice University | Charitable | $30,000 |
| Association for India's Development | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Kinkaid Schools | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Main Street Ministries | Charitable | $20,000 |
| United Way of Greater Houston | Charitable | $15,000 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Charitable | $10,000 |
| The Ballyneal Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Star of Hope | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Texas Tribune | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Freedom Project Network | Charitable | $10,000 |
| KIPP Texas Public Schools - Houston | Charitable | $5,500 |
| Texas Civil Rights Project | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Kids Meals Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Covenant House | Charitable | $5,000 |
| South Asian Youth Action | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Precinct 2GETHER | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Hirshhorn Gallery | Charitable | $5,000 |
| National Womens Law Center | Charitable | $1,250 |
| Federal Bar Association Foundation | Charitable | $750 |
| KBR Foundation | Charitable | $625 |
Officers and trustees
- Vineet Bhatia
Questions people ask
Does Bhatia Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bhatia Foundation give?
$577,625 in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Bhatia Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Vineet Bhatia (Trustee).
What does Bhatia Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and food and hunger.