Funding search · EIN 202054545 · Las Vegas, NV

Aja Foundation

Name: Aja Foundation grants, 2021–2024
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License: https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organization-public-disclosure-and-availability-requirements

A private foundation (files IRS Form 990-PF). Most private foundations do not take unsolicited applications; the route in is usually a program officer.

94
grants reported: $5.1M
total given: 2021–2024
filing years: $25,000
median grant

Based on grants this organization reported to the IRS for tax years 2021–2024. This is what they filed, not a complete record of their giving, and recent years may be incomplete because filings lag.

What they fund

students education community expenses through school children schools

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Funding pattern

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3 grants matching “steppingstone” · $195,000

$100,000
Steppingstone Foundation · Boston, MA · 2024
To support college access through the steppingstone scholars program and its annual activities. This funding support would impact all components of the scholars program including the admissions process, the academy, sch… read allTo support college access through the steppingstone scholars program and its annual activities. This funding support would impact all components of the scholars program including the admissions process, the academy, scholar support services, and the career success initiative. less
$60,000
Steppingstone Foundation · Boston, MA · 2023
To fund general operating expenses to support steppingstone's mission to provide long-term academic, social-emotional, and college readiness support for underserved students
$35,000
Steppingstone Foundation · Boston, MA · 2022
Prepares students from historically marginalized communities to access, navigate, and graduate from college.

Top recipients

Repeat recipients are the strongest signal of whether a funder has an open door or quietly re-funds the same organizations.

Prostate Cancer Foundation3 grants · $600,000
Unicef1 grant · $517,521
Engera2 grants · $405,000
Makolekole2 grants · $366,500
Dean'S Future Scholars2 grants · $275,000
Fulfillment Fund La3 grants · $225,000
Hopkins School2 grants · $225,000
Makolekole USA2 grants · $221,500
Engera2 grants · $210,000
Hopkins Grammar School Pathfinder Program2 grants · $200,000

Giving over time

$1.2M

2021

$1.1M

2022

$1.3M

2023

$1.5M

2024

Grant history

All 94 reported grants, largest first.

$517,521
Unicef · New York, NY · 2021
Improve sustainable water access for rural communities in guinea through the expansion of manual drilling and community water management.
$250,000
Prostate Cancer Foundation · Santa Monica, CA · 2022
Support prostate cancer research.
$250,000
Prostate Cancer Foundation · Santa Monica, CA · 2021
Support prostate cancer research.
$224,000
Engera · Las Vegas, NV · 2024
For healthcare in ethiopia: clinics, maternal care, disease treatment, and training. For clinic expansion and renovation
$192,500
Makolekole · Las Vegas, NV · 2024
To provide clean, safe water for the communities of the luangwa valley by drilling boreholes and installing pumps in villages, schools, clinics and community centers
$181,000
Engera · Las Vegas, NV · 2023
For healthcare in ethiopia: clinics, maternal care, disease treatment, and training
$174,000
Makolekole · Las Vegas, NV · 2023
To provide clean, safe water for the communities of the luangwa valley by drillingboreholes and installing pumps in villages, schools, clinics and community centres.
$166,500
Makolekole USA · Las Vegas, NV · 2022
Makolekole usa inc. Raises funds in support of delivering sustainable sources of clean, safe waters to rural communities in the s. Luangwa valley of zambia.
$150,000
Dean'S Future Scholars · Reno, NV · 2023
To fund general operations and to fund the full-time data position and matching grant - to fund general operations and to fund the full-time data position
$125,000
Dean'S Future Scholars · Reno, NV · 2024
To support the program's mission to help students graduate high school and college by providing educational opportunities, employment, and access to resources like free printing and a college student lounge
$125,000
Hopkins School · New Haven, CT · 2021
Help students from undeserved schools advance academically
$110,000
Fulfillment Fund La · Los Angeles, CA · 2022
Students from underserved schools to advance academically.
$105,000
Engera · Las Vegas, NV · 2022
Engera usa raises funds in support of providing quality healthcare to people living in rural ethiopia.
$105,000
Engera · Las Vegas, NV · 2021
Engera usa raises funds in support of providing quality healthcare to people living in rural ethiopia.
$100,000
Fulfillment Fund Las Vegas · Las Vegas, NV · 2024
To empower npea members to demonstrate their outcomes and roi through data storytelling, targeting funders, stakeholders, partners, and communities, with tools developed emphasizing an equity-focused approach.
$100,000
Hopkins Grammar School Pathfinder Program · New Haven, CT · 2024
To fund for after-school and summer education for motivated, underserved students
$100,000
Steppingstone Foundation · Boston, MA · 2024
To support college access through the steppingstone scholars program and its annual activities. This funding support would impact all components of the scholars program including the admissions process, the academy, sch… read allTo support college access through the steppingstone scholars program and its annual activities. This funding support would impact all components of the scholars program including the admissions process, the academy, scholar support services, and the career success initiative. less
$100,000
Hopkins Grammar School Pathfinder Program · New Haven, CT · 2023
To fund general operating expenses for after-school and summer education for motivated, underserved students
$100,000
Prostate Cancer Foundation · Santa Monica, CA · 2023
To support pcf's mission of funding prostate cancer research, including new treatments, precision medicine, and early detection.
$100,000
Hopkins School · New Haven, CT · 2022
Help students from undeserved schools advance academically
$75,000
Aseel Foundation · Arlington, VA · 2024
The program will fund 10 afghan women in tech fellows for a year-long fellowship, including onboarding, stipends, equipment (computers, solar systems, internet), and administrative costs.
$75,000
Fulfillment Fund La · Los Angeles, CA · 2023
To fund scholarship awards for low-income students, and to support fulfillment funds college access program
$75,000
Unr Foundation · Reno, NV · 2022
Invests and administers funds to benefit the university
$71,000
Three Angels Children'S Relief · Stevenson Ranch, CA · 2023
To support educational expenses, which include books, tuition, uniforms, lunch, school supplies, teachers, and medical care
$64,000
Three Angels Children'S Relief · Stevenson Ranch, CA · 2022
To provide scholarships for graduating 6th graders to attend a local secondary school. The opportunity to continue education past the 6th grade is something only about 20% of haitians receive.
$60,000
Mr Holland'S Opus Foundation · Burbank, CA · 2024
To fund the general operating expense to supprt mhof's mission of donating new, quality instruments to under-resourced schools nationwide
$60,000
Mr Holland'S Opus Foundation · Burbank, CA · 2023
To fund the general operating expense to supprt mhof's mission of donating new, quality instruments to under-resourced schools nationwide
$60,000
Steppingstone Foundation · Boston, MA · 2023
To fund general operating expenses to support steppingstone's mission to provide long-term academic, social-emotional, and college readiness support for underserved students
$55,000
Makolekole USA · Las Vegas, NV · 2021
Makolekole usa inc. Raises funds in support of delivering sustainable sources of clean, safe waters to rural communities in the s. Luangwa valley of zambia.
$54,000
Three Angels Children'S Relief · Stevenson Ranch, CA · 2024
This grant will fund the education and needs of 64 secondary students in the 2025-26 school year, covering tuition, books, uniforms, supplies, medical care, and lunch programs. It also supports a new ministry of educati… read allThis grant will fund the education and needs of 64 secondary students in the 2025-26 school year, covering tuition, books, uniforms, supplies, medical care, and lunch programs. It also supports a new ministry of education-mandated training series starting in 2024-25, ensuring the sustainability of three angels academy and its partners. less
$53,000
Bringing Hope To the Family USA · Santa Monica, CA · 2024
To provide educational services, including tuition, room and board, mentorship, and career guidance, to 52 students (25 females, 27 males) for university and trade school, empowering them with skills for self-reliance a… read allTo provide educational services, including tuition, room and board, mentorship, and career guidance, to 52 students (25 females, 27 males) for university and trade school, empowering them with skills for self-reliance and community thriving. less
$52,100
International Esperanza Project · Dallas, TX · 2024
To support the purchase of essential medicines, surgical instruments, and supplies for volunteer clinical and surgical missions, enabling high-quality care for over 3,000 patients
$51,000
Hawaii Community Foundation · Honolulu, HI · 2022
Advocate for equity, forge connections and invest in community to create a better hawaii
$50,000
Maya Health Alliance · Bethel, VT · 2024
The aja grant will support cervical cancer screening, medical equipment, staff travel, nurse communication, and treatments
$50,000
Partnership for the Future · Glen Allen, VA · 2024
This grant will expand college tours, support campus visits, improve evaluation systems, enhance financial aid negotiations, increase paid internships, strengthen mental health support, and grow outreach. It aims to boo… read allThis grant will expand college tours, support campus visits, improve evaluation systems, enhance financial aid negotiations, increase paid internships, strengthen mental health support, and grow outreach. It aims to boost our capacity as change agents for students, ensuring data-driven outcomes and broader educational opportunities. less
$50,000
Bringing Hope To the Family USA · Santa Monica, CA · 2023
Scholarships for students to continue their education at a post-secondary institution.
$50,000
Fulfillment Fund Las Vegas · Las Vegas, NV · 2023
To fund general operating expenses for college access programming
$50,000
Partnership for the Future · Glen Allen, VA · 2023
To fund general operations to increase the capacity to expand college tours and paid internships, grow the mental health support program through training and certificates, and expand outreach through the keys to college… read allTo fund general operations to increase the capacity to expand college tours and paid internships, grow the mental health support program through training and certificates, and expand outreach through the keys to college program less
$50,000
Fulfillment Fund Lv · Las Vegas, NV · 2022
Students from underserved schools to advance academically.
$50,000
Integrity First for America · New York, NY · 2021
Dedicated to holding those accountable who threaten longstanding principles of our democracy including our country's commitment to civil rights and equal justice.
$40,000
Fulfillment Fund La · Los Angeles, CA · 2021
Students from underserved schools to advance academically.
$39,000
Philanthropic Ventures Foundation · Oakland, CA · 2023
To support and fund various community initiatives and programs
$35,000
Partnership for the Future · Glen Allen, VA · 2022
Community-driven college preparation and workforce development program dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty for young people by providing training and educational opportunities that will fuel their future success
$35,000
Steppingstone Foundation · Boston, MA · 2022
Prepares students from historically marginalized communities to access, navigate, and graduate from college.
$30,000
The Sparkle Foundation USA · Fairfax, VA · 2024
To support three key areas: monthly child health screenings, medical supplies, and outreach to namitembo; tailored support for children with complex needs like trauma or chronic illness; and basic medical insurance, dia… read allTo support three key areas: monthly child health screenings, medical supplies, and outreach to namitembo; tailored support for children with complex needs like trauma or chronic illness; and basic medical insurance, diagnostics, and mental health support for frontline staff. less
$30,000
Mister Holland'S Opus · Sherman Oaks, CA · 2021
Providing vital support services to school districts, and new musical instruments to underfunded music programs nationwide, giving economically-disadvantaged youth access to the many benefits of music education, leading… read allProviding vital support services to school districts, and new musical instruments to underfunded music programs nationwide, giving economically-disadvantaged youth access to the many benefits of music education, leading them to success in school, and inspiring creativity and expression through playing music. less
$25,000
Elm City Internationals Educational Success Through Soccer · New Haven, CT · 2024
To support eci's college readiness program by funding the head teacher, tutors, soccer coaches, league participation, and college soccer showcases, ensuring students receive a quality academic curriculum, individualized… read allTo support eci's college readiness program by funding the head teacher, tutors, soccer coaches, league participation, and college soccer showcases, ensuring students receive a quality academic curriculum, individualized tutoring, athletic development, and comprehensive support for college success. less
$25,000
Leaders in Training · Las Vegas, NV · 2023
To fund general operating expenses to support lit's mission of providing comprehensive support for high school students' postsecondary success through mentoring and activities.
$25,000
Jewish Community Alliance of Southern Maine · Portland, ME · 2022
To coordinate, promote and support the jewish philanthropic, benevolent, educational, and communal activities in southern maine.
$20,000
Action in Africa · Aspen, CO · 2024
One year of tuition for five new university students and 13 current students, laptops and monthly living stipends, career mentorship programming, internship coordination, leadership development workshops and alumni enga… read allOne year of tuition for five new university students and 13 current students, laptops and monthly living stipends, career mentorship programming, internship coordination, leadership development workshops and alumni engagement activities less
$20,000
Code To Inspire · Dover, DE · 2024
The aja foundation funds will be used to cover cti's operational costs in afghanistan, ensuring the continued delivery of safe, high-quality education for women and girls. Specifically, the funding will support internet… read allThe aja foundation funds will be used to cover cti's operational costs in afghanistan, ensuring the continued delivery of safe, high-quality education for women and girls. Specifically, the funding will support internet connectivity for students, salaries for local mentors, and rent for our educational facility. less
$20,000
Breast Cancer Prevention Partners · San Francisco, CA · 2023
Support for breast cancer prevention partners' work to prevent breast cancer by eliminating our exposure to toxic chemicals and other environmental links to the disease
$20,000
Holocaust Museum La · Los Angeles, CA · 2023
To fund general operating expenses for it's mission of educating on the holocaust, preserving history, and promoting social justice.
$19,000
Learning Lions Arizona · Flagstaff, AZ · 2024
To fund the general operating expenses to support learning lions' mission of providing digital training and job opportunities to rural east african youth through the mobile leap bootcamp, advanced tech and creative prog… read allTo fund the general operating expenses to support learning lions' mission of providing digital training and job opportunities to rural east african youth through the mobile leap bootcamp, advanced tech and creative programs, and the digital lions agency. less
$17,500
Breast Cancer Prevention Partners · San Francisco, CA · 2024
Support for breast cancer prevention partners' work to prevent breast cancer by eliminating our exposure to toxic chemicals and other environmental links to the disease
$17,500
Holocaust Museum La · Los Angeles, CA · 2024
Supports the museum's programs that teach the critical lessons and social relevance of the holocaust
$16,000
Girlforward · Chicago, IL · 2024
To fund the general operating expenses to support girlforward's mission of providing mentoring, tutoring, and safe spaces for refugee, immigrant, and asylum-seeking girls in grades 9-12, helping them overcome challenges… read allTo fund the general operating expenses to support girlforward's mission of providing mentoring, tutoring, and safe spaces for refugee, immigrant, and asylum-seeking girls in grades 9-12, helping them overcome challenges like poverty, language barriers, and trauma in the united states. less
$16,000
Splash International · Seattle, WA · 2023
To fund general operating expenses to support splash's mission of providing clean water, sanitation, and hygiene to children in urban poverty across asia and africa.
$15,000
Caf America · Alexandria, VA · 2021
Help donors support great causes by assisting them in making strategic, effective, and tax-advantaged grants internationally and domestically.
$10,000
Maui Huliau Foundation · Haiku, HI · 2024
For youth environmental education, filmmaking projects, climate literacy initiatives, leadership programs, eco-adventures, and zero waste events, fostering environmental stewardship and empowering maui's youth to create… read allFor youth environmental education, filmmaking projects, climate literacy initiatives, leadership programs, eco-adventures, and zero waste events, fostering environmental stewardship and empowering maui's youth to create positive change for their islands. less
$10,000
Pef Israel Endowment Funds · New York, NY · 2024
To fund the general operating expenses to support pef israel endowment funds' mission of distributing grants to approved israeli charities, addressing needs in education, scientific research, social tolerance, and suppo… read allTo fund the general operating expenses to support pef israel endowment funds' mission of distributing grants to approved israeli charities, addressing needs in education, scientific research, social tolerance, and support for women, children, veterans, and the handicapped less
$10,000
School of Leadership Afghanistan · Boston, MA · 2024
In support of sola's programs that provide a rigorous education for afghan girls, promoting critical thinking, leadership, and respect for self and others, through their boarding school in rwanda and the solax online ac… read allIn support of sola's programs that provide a rigorous education for afghan girls, promoting critical thinking, leadership, and respect for self and others, through their boarding school in rwanda and the solax online academy. less
$10,000
Soft Power Health · Purchase, NY · 2024
To fund the general operating expenses to support soft power health's mission of providing primary and preventative healthcare, malaria education and prevention, and family planning services to rural ugandan communities… read allTo fund the general operating expenses to support soft power health's mission of providing primary and preventative healthcare, malaria education and prevention, and family planning services to rural ugandan communities through the mukagwa allan stone community health clinic and outreach programs. less
$10,000
Maui Arts Cultural Center · Kahului, HI · 2023
To fund general operating expenses to support macc's mission of providing a venue for arts, culture, and education, enriching maui through performances and exhibits
$10,000
Miracle League of San Diego · San Diego, CA · 2023
To fund general operating expenses to support the miracle league of san diego's mission of providing children and adults with special needs the opportunity to play baseball in an organized league.
$10,000
Reut USA · Woodland Hills, CA · 2023
To fund general operating expenses to support creating affordable solutions for people with disabilities through innovation and technology.
$10,000
Riviera Tennis Foundation · Santa Monica, CA · 2023
To provide tennis days at riviera tennis club, summer tennis camp scholarships, support funding for community programs. Fund tournament entry fees, provide instructions and equipment, community service volunteer opportu… read allTo provide tennis days at riviera tennis club, summer tennis camp scholarships, support funding for community programs. Fund tournament entry fees, provide instructions and equipment, community service volunteer opportunities for students. less
$10,000
Trident Swim Foundation · New York, NY · 2022
To provide quality aquatics programming to communities that have historically lacked access, and to use sport to help underserved youth develop skills and qualities that will enable them to achieve in, and beyond, high … read allTo provide quality aquatics programming to communities that have historically lacked access, and to use sport to help underserved youth develop skills and qualities that will enable them to achieve in, and beyond, high school to postsecondary education. less
$10,000
Reut USA · Woodland Hills, CA · 2021
Supports and promotes research and programs designed to ensure prosperity and resilience for israel and the jewish people, and to tackle some of the toughest challenges facing them, while making a significant and distin… read allSupports and promotes research and programs designed to ensure prosperity and resilience for israel and the jewish people, and to tackle some of the toughest challenges facing them, while making a significant and distinct contribution to humanity. less
$5,000
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention · New York, NY · 2024
To support afsp mission: for suicide prevention, mental health awareness, survivor support, education, policy advocacy, research, and volunteer programs.
$5,000
Holocaust Legacy Foundation · Boston, MA · 2024
To support the holocaust legacy foundation's mission of preserving holocaust memory through education, survivor testimonies, and the development of the holocaust museum boston,
$5,000
The Polg Foundation · New York, NY · 2024
To support and accelerate research to find effective treatments and a cure for polg mitochondrial disorders.
$5,000
Caf America · Alexandria, VA · 2023
To fund general operating expenses to support conserving wildlife, preserving maasai culture, and reversing poverty in kenya.
$5,000
City of Hope · Duarte, CA · 2023
Support various aspects of its mission to advance cancer research, treatment, and patient care
$5,000
Haleakala Waldorf School · Kula, HI · 2023
General operating expenses to support it's mission of holistic education from infancy to high school in maui
$5,000
The Polg Foundation · New York, NY · 2023
To support and accelerate research to find effective treatments and a cure for polg mitochondrial disorders.
$5,000
Venice Family Clinic · Venice, CA · 2023
To support the venice family clinic's mission of providing quality health care to people in need from the santa monica mountains through the south bay
$5,000
Caf America · Alexandria, VA · 2022
Help donors support great causes by assisting them in making strategic, effective, and tax-advantaged grants internationally and domestically.
$5,000
Dream · New York, NY · 2022
Community based youth development program developing a whole child model that is responsive to the unique academic and social needs of every child, dream is creating a future where all children are equipped to fulfill t… read allCommunity based youth development program developing a whole child model that is responsive to the unique academic and social needs of every child, dream is creating a future where all children are equipped to fulfill their vision of success. less
$5,000
Mana Mentors · Lahaina, HI · 2022
Serving the community, especially the children, affected by the disastrous fire. 100% of funds raised go straight to the community.
$5,000
Maui Arts and Cultural Center · Kahului, HI · 2022
Serving all ages from pre-school to adult to enhance arts education in schools and professional development for teachers
$5,000
Maui Food Bank · Wailuku, HI · 2022
Help the hungry in maui county by collecting and distributing food through community partnerships.
$5,000
Mister Holland'S Opus · Burbank, CA · 2022
Providing vital support services to school districts, and new musical instruments to underfunded music programs nationwide, giving economically-disadvantaged youth access to the many benefits of music education, leading… read allProviding vital support services to school districts, and new musical instruments to underfunded music programs nationwide, giving economically-disadvantaged youth access to the many benefits of music education, leading them to success in school, and inspiring creativity and expression through playing music less
$5,000
Pacific Cancer Foundation · Wailuku, HI · 2022
Provide access, knowledge and support to all those affected by cancer in maui county
$5,000
Roundabout Theatre Company · New York, NY · 2022
Celebrates the power of theatre by spotlighting classics from the past, cultivating new works of the present, and educating minds for the future.
$4,000
Entertainment Industry Foundation · Los Angeles, CA · 2023
To provide direct financial assistance to the people of lahaina and kula who experienced losses from the devastating maui wildfires.
$3,000
Philanthropic Ventures Foundation · Oakland, CA · 2024
To support and fund various community initiatives and programs
$3,000
Imua Family Services · Kahului, HI · 2023
To fund general operating expenses to support imua's mission of providing care and community for children of all abilities to reach their potential through play
$2,500
Jayden Deluca Foundation · Boise, ID · 2024
To support awareness of cardiac diseases and to aid in further scientific and medical research of pediatric heart conditions.
$2,500
Imua Family Services · Kahului, HI · 2022
To provide quality care and community so that children of all abilities can live to their full potential.
$2,500
Maui Humane Society · Puunene, HI · 2022
Protect and save the lives of mauis animals, accepting all in need, educating the community, and inspiring respect and compassion towards all animals.
$2,500
Valley Beth Shalom · Encino, CA · 2022
Offer a variety of prayer services, courses of learning, ongoing commitments to service and acts of kindness for those in need, and celebrations of jewish culture. Our schools provide outstanding jewish education for ch… read allOffer a variety of prayer services, courses of learning, ongoing commitments to service and acts of kindness for those in need, and celebrations of jewish culture. Our schools provide outstanding jewish education for children from infancy through high school. less
$1,000
Team Lifeline · New York, NY · 2022
Provides support for children with life threatening illness and their families
$500
Dream · New York, NY · 2021
Community based youth development program developing a whole child model that is responsive to the unique academic and social needs of every child, dream is creating a future where all children are equipped to fulfill t… read allCommunity based youth development program developing a whole child model that is responsive to the unique academic and social needs of every child, dream is creating a future where all children are equipped to fulfill their vision of success. less

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