Shefali Batra Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Shefali Batra Foundation is a private foundation in White River Junction, Vermont. In tax year 2025 it gave $9,200 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $150 and the largest $7,500. 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$9,200
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$150
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$4,839
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1,650 the year before.
22% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $7,050 | 10 | $4,038 |
| 2024 | $1,650 | 7 | $9,118 |
| 2025 | $9,200 | 9 | $4,839 |
How to apply
Shefali Batra 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 Shefali Batra Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to New Hampshire. It also paid $800 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 2 | $7,650 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $400 |
| Vermont | 2 | $200 |
| New York | 1 | $100 |
| California | 1 | $50 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Hitchcock Foundation | Medical education | $7,500 |
| Women's Rehabilitation Group | Education and rehabilitation of wome | $400 |
| Paripurnata Halfway Home | Rehabilitation for women | $400 |
| Lok Kalayan Samiti | Eye care for the poor | $400 |
| Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Dartmouth | Lifelong education | $150 |
| Junction Arts & Media | Media education | $150 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Humanitarian care | $100 |
| Upper Valley Haven | Helping the homeless | $50 |
| American Himalayan Foundation | Health and education | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Narain D Batra
- Varsha Batra
- Nikhil Batra
Questions people ask
Does Shefali Batra Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Shefali Batra Foundation give?
$9,200 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $150.
Who runs Shefali Batra Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Narain D Batra (President), Varsha Batra (Trustee) and Nikhil Batra (Trustee).
What does Shefali Batra Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and international.