Jagran Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jagran Foundation is a private foundation in Bellevue, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $585,525 in 32 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$585,525
- Number of grants32
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2025 was down from $662,115 the year before.
16% 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 | $575,500 | 33 | $1.3 million |
| 2024 | $662,115 | 33 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $585,525 | 32 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Jagran 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 Jagran Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 24 | $470,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $30,525 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $25,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $25,000 |
| Alabama | 1 | $5,000 |
| Iowa | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center | For general operating expenses. | $50,000 |
| Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center | For dr. Ajay gopal's lymphoma research program. | $50,000 |
| Outdoors for All | To enrich the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities through outdoor recreation. | $50,000 |
| Overlake Hospital Foundation | Public health awareness | $50,000 |
| Seattle Childrens Hospital Foundation | Health services and disease research | $50,000 |
| United Way of King County | To fight for health, education, and financial stability of every person in the community | $50,000 |
| Indian American Community Services | To help essential programs and services in supporting the local indian community, such as healthcare, financial assistance, family support, mental health services, and counseling. | $30,000 |
| Sangati | To understand the sacred connection to mother earth and live in the spirit of abundance | $30,000 |
| Brown University | To provide the immediate-use support that fuels the brown experience. | $25,000 |
| Iit Madras Foundation | To promote education, scientific and technological research activities at "indian institute of technology madras". | $25,000 |
| Pratham USA | Preschool education for underprivileged children in india | $25,000 |
| University of Massachusetts Amherst | To support the university and their students. | $25,000 |
| University of Washington Foundation | To provide support for children with autism and help grant all families with equal opportunities to gain the necessary resources. | $25,000 |
| Asha for Education Seattle Chapter | To support basic education in india. | $10,000 |
| Hindu Temple and Cultural Center | To meet hindu community's spiritual and cultural need | $10,000 |
| American Red Cross | To provide disaster relief to people affected by the 2025 washington state floods | $5,000 |
| Community Action of Skagit County | To provide disaster relief for victims impacted by the 2025 washington state floods | $5,000 |
| Cry-Child Rights and You America Inc | To help provide kids with education, healthcare and protection against abuse and exploitation | $5,000 |
| Equal Justice Initiative | To help end mass incarceration, excessive punishment, and racial inequality. | $5,000 |
| Farestart | To help people transform their lives through food | $5,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity - King County | Help with affordable housing. | $5,000 |
| Issaquah Alps Trails Club | To help with the protection of the mountains, valleys, rivers and streams in the issaquah alps region and beyond | $5,000 |
| Jubilee Women Center | To support women experiencing poverty to build stable and fulfulling futures one extraordinary woman at a time. | $5,000 |
| Kindering Center | To empowering families facing the challenges of raising children with sepcial needs. | $5,000 |
| King County Library System Foundation | Provide support beyond public funding for the king county library system to support literacy, learning, and libraries. | $5,000 |
| Kuow Puget Sound Public Radio | Civic and cultural public awareness | $5,000 |
| Nature Conservancy in Washington | Environment advancement | $5,000 |
| Seattle Humane Society | To rescue pets in need and connect them with families | $5,000 |
| Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle | To empower those we serve by providing programming and services designed to support and encourage self-sufficiency in all aspects of life. | $5,000 |
| Washington Women in Need | To give opportunities to women to inspire positive change for herself, family, and community | $5,000 |
| Washington's National Park Fund | To support national parks within washington state. | $5,000 |
| Anaya Scholars Inc | To support first-generation and financially challenged students to make it to and through higher education, poised to innovate and lead our workforce. | $525 |
Officers and trustees
- Rajesh K Jha
- Sudha Mishra
Questions people ask
Does Jagran Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jagran Foundation give?
$585,525 in tax year 2025, across 32 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Jagran Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Rajesh K Jha (Trustee) and Sudha Mishra (Trustee).
What does Jagran Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and science and research.