Abdolhossein and Guitty Ejtemai Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Abdolhossein and Guitty Ejtemai Foundation is a private foundation in Vienna, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 26 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants26
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$114 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.1 million the year before.
54% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.9 million | 57 | $28.6 million |
| 2023 | $2.1 million | 32 | $59.2 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 26 | $114 million |
How to apply
Abdolhossein and Guitty Ejtemai 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 Abdolhossein and Guitty Ejtemai Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 14 | $825,685 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100,000 |
| Maryland | 3 | $31,050 |
| California | 2 | $15,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 2 | $1,500 |
| Arizona | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Baha'i Huququllah | Unrestricted gift | $400,000 |
| Baha'i National Center | Unrestricted gift | $250,000 |
| St Jude Childrens Research | Unrestricted gift | $100,000 |
| Baha'i Fund | Unrestricted gift | $60,000 |
| Afghan Relief Fund | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Iran 1400 Inc | Unrestricted gift | $25,000 |
| Children of Persia | Unrestricted gift | $16,050 |
| Pars Place | Unrestricted gift | $15,105 |
| Arts Council of the Valley | Unrestricted gift | $15,000 |
| Journalism for Change Inc | Unrestricted gift | $15,000 |
| The Washington Ballet | Unrestricted gift | $15,000 |
| James Madison University | Unrestricted gift | $12,000 |
| Association of the Friends of Persian Culture | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Easter Seals | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Rad Arts Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| Women on the Move Network | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Yellow Boomerang | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Women Giving Back | Unrestricted gift | $4,000 |
| Greater Vienna Baha'i | Unrestricted gift | $2,100 |
| PCMC Inc | Unrestricted gift | $2,000 |
| Impact Network (Bike to the Beach) | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Vienna Jammers | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Iranema | Unrestricted gift | $830 |
| Nova Baha'i Center | Unrestricted gift | $650 |
| National Mutiple Sclerosis Society | Unrestricted gift | $500 |
| American Heart Association | Unrestricted gift | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Abdolhossein Ejtemai
- Guitty Ejtemai
- Tina Ejtemai
Questions people ask
Does Abdolhossein and Guitty Ejtemai Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Abdolhossein and Guitty Ejtemai Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 26 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Abdolhossein and Guitty Ejtemai Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Abdolhossein Ejtemai (Director), Guitty Ejtemai (Director) and Tina Ejtemai (Director).
What does Abdolhossein and Guitty Ejtemai Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and arts and culture.