Daji Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Daji Foundation is a private foundation in Lubbock, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $20,505 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $3,000. 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$20,505
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$3,000
- Assets$639,306
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $13,600 the year before.
83% 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 | $13,600 | 8 | $274,089 |
| 2024 | $20,505 | 21 | $639,306 |
How to apply
Daji 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 Daji Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 11 | $9,805 |
| California | 5 | $5,950 |
| Florida | 2 | $3,500 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ttfi Develop Anthology | Empower with meaningful innovation | $3,000 |
| Create Now | Empower youth through art | $2,000 |
| South Plains Food Bank | Food for families | $1,000 |
| India Heritage Foundation | Spreading glorius heritage of rich indian verdic texts | $1,000 |
| American Red Cross | Empower people to become survivors through trainings and reinforcing preparedness steps | $1,000 |
| Sankara Eye Foundation | Eliminate curable blindness amoung the underserved in rural india | $1,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Building homes for families in need | $1,000 |
| Individual | $1,000 | |
| Akshaya Patra | Helping children with nutritional needs in india | $1,000 |
| South Plains Food Bank | Food for families | $1,000 |
| Hindu Temple of Lubbock | House idols of hindu gods | $1,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Lubbock | Build character through everyday leadership and guidance | $950 |
| Braille Institute | Transform the lives of individuals with blindness and low vision | $950 |
| Children's Home of Lubbock | Support for adoptions | $940 |
| Salvation Army | Help neighbors navigate food insecurity, natural disasters, job loss, and so much more | $910 |
| Hindu Temple of Lubbock | House idols of hindu gods | $505 |
| Ronald McDonald House | Keeping families close | $500 |
| St Joseph's Indian School | Bringing together families, fun classes, and cultural appreciation | $500 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Provide urgently needed humanitarian aid in moments of crisis | $500 |
| Parkinsons Foundation | Improving care and advancing research toward a cure for pakinsons disease | $500 |
| Bright Focus Foundation | Fund groundbreaking research for macular degeneration | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Usha N Patel
- Sandeep N Patel
- Mitesh N Patel
Questions people ask
Does Daji Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Daji Foundation give?
$20,505 in tax year 2024, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Daji Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Usha N Patel (Officer), Sandeep N Patel (Officer) and Mitesh N Patel (Officer).
What does Daji Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, youth programs and arts and culture.