THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION
AI Summary
The Bijan Ghaisari Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based, invitation-only approach. It does not accept unsolicited proposals, and nonprofits interested in funding opportunities are encouraged to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In the 2024 filing year, the foundation paid a total of $110K across 7 grantees.
Mission Statement
SUPPORTING GUN VIOLENCE PREVENTION, FIGHTING AGAINST POLICE BRUTALITY & INJUSTICE, HELPING NEEDY CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, BUILDING STRONGER CULTURAL VALUES
Cause Areas
1
Crime prevention
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
IRANIAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY CENTER INC
Mclean, VA
$72K
47%
CHILDREN OF PERSIA INC
Montgomery Village, MD
$21K
14%
Mothers Against Police Brutality
Dallas, TX
$16K
11%
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$23K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION?
No. THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION give?
THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Virginia, Maryland, and District Of Columbia. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $110 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include IRANIAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY CENTER INC, CHILDREN OF PERSIA INC, and Mothers Against Police Brutality. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION?
THE BIJAN GHAISAR FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.