Aja Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 20-2054545
Foundation Overview
Based in Las Vegas, NV, Aja Foundation has awarded 77 grants totaling $5,646,063 to organizations in New York, Nevada and 8 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $500 to $517,521, with a median award of $40,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
16 of 25 recipients (64%) were new grantees. Foundation actively seeks new partnerships to expand impact. Fresh approaches and innovative programs receive serious consideration.
Geographic Focus
Grants are geographically diversified with 29% in California and funding distributed across 10 total locations. This foundation values broad geographic impact and diverse community partnerships. Within California, funding concentrates in Los Angeles (23%), Sherman Oaks (18%), Santa Monica (18%).
Funding Trajectory
Moderate 21% growth trend over 2 years suggests stable and gradually increasing funding capacity. This positive trajectory indicates reliable grant-making resources and sustainable philanthropic commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on education (41%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Aja Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $250,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Support Prostate Cancer Research. | 2022 |
| Makolekole Usa Inc | $166,500 | Las Vegas, NV, US | 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. | 2022 |
| Fulfillment Fund La | $110,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Students From Underserved Schools To Advance Academically. | 2022 |
| Engera Inc | $105,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Engera Usa Raises Funds In Support Of Providing Quality Healthcare To People Living In Rural Ethiopia. | 2022 |
| Hopkins School | $100,000 | New Haven, CT, US | Help Students From Undeserved Schools Advance Academically | 2022 |
| Unr Foundation | $75,000 | Reno, NV, US | Invests And Administers Funds To Benefit The University | 2022 |
| Three Angels Children's Relief | $64,000 | Stevenson Ranch, CA, US | 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. | 2022 |
| Hawaii Community Foundation | $51,000 | Honolulu, HI, US | Advocate For Equity, Forge Connections And Invest In Community To Create A Better Hawaii | 2022 |
| Fulfillment Fund Lv | $50,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Students From Underserved Schools To Advance Academically. | 2022 |
| Partnership For The Future | $35,000 | Glen Allen, VA, US | 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 | 2022 |
| Steppingstone Foundation | $35,000 | Boston, MA, US | Prepares Students From Historically Marginalized Communities To Access, Navigate, And Graduate From College. | 2022 |
| Jewish Community Alliance Of Southern Maine | $25,000 | Portland, ME, US | To Coordinate, Promote And Support The Jewish Philanthropic, Benevolent, Educational, And Communal Activities In Southern Maine. | 2022 |
| Trident Swim Foundation | $10,000 | New York, NY, US | 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 School To Postsecondary Education. | 2022 |
| Caf America | $5,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Help Donors Support Great Causes By Assisting Them In Making Strategic, Effective, And Tax-advantaged Grants Internationally And Domestically. | 2022 |
| Maui Arts And Cultural Center | $5,000 | Kahului, HI, US | Serving All Ages From Pre-school To Adult To Enhance Arts Education In Schools And Professional Development For Teachers | 2022 |
| Maui Food Bank | $5,000 | Wailuku, HI, US | Help The Hungry In Maui County By Collecting And Distributing Food Through Community Partnerships. | 2022 |
| Dream | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | 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 Their Vision Of Success. | 2022 |
| Mana Mentors | $5,000 | Lahaina, HI, US | Serving The Community, Especially The Children, Affected By The Disastrous Fire. 100% Of Funds Raised Go Straight To The Community. | 2022 |
| Mister Holland's Opus | $5,000 | Burbank, CA, US | 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 Them To Success In School, And Inspiring Creativity And Expression Through Playing Music | 2022 |
| Pacific Cancer Foundation | $5,000 | Wailuku, HI, US | Provide Access, Knowledge And Support To All Those Affected By Cancer In Maui County | 2022 |
| Roundabout Theatre Company | $5,000 | New York, NY, US | Celebrates The Power Of Theatre By Spotlighting Classics From The Past, Cultivating New Works Of The Present, And Educating Minds For The Future. | 2022 |
| Imua Family Services | $2,500 | Kahului, HI, US | To Provide Quality Care And Community So That Children Of All Abilities Can Live To Their Full Potential. | 2022 |
| Maui Humane Society | $2,500 | Puunene, HI, US | Protect And Save The Lives Of Mauis Animals, Accepting All In Need, Educating The Community, And Inspiring Respect And Compassion Towards All Animals. | 2022 |
| Valley Beth Shalom | $2,500 | Encino, CA, US | 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 Children From Infancy Through High School. | 2022 |
| Team Lifeline | $1,000 | New York, NY, US | Provides Support For Children With Life Threatening Illness And Their Families | 2022 |
| Dream | $500 | New York, NY, US | 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 Their Vision Of Success. | 2021 |
| Engera Inc | $105,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Engera Usa Raises Funds In Support Of Providing Quality Healthcare To People Living In Rural Ethiopia. | 2021 |
| Fulfillment Fund La | $40,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Students From Underserved Schools To Advance Academically. | 2021 |
| Hopkins School | $125,000 | New Haven, CT, US | Help Students From Undeserved Schools Advance Academically | 2021 |
| Integrity First For America | $50,000 | New York, NY, US | Dedicated To Holding Those Accountable Who Threaten Longstanding Principles Of Our Democracy Including Our Country's Commitment To Civil Rights And Equal Justice. | 2021 |
| Makolekole Usa Inc | $55,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | 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. | 2021 |
| Mister Holland's Opus | $30,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | 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 Them To Success In School, And Inspiring Creativity And Expression Through Playing Music. | 2021 |
| Caf America | $15,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Help Donors Support Great Causes By Assisting Them In Making Strategic, Effective, And Tax-advantaged Grants Internationally And Domestically. | 2021 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $250,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Support Prostate Cancer Research. | 2021 |
| Reut Usa | $10,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | 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 Distinct Contribution To Humanity. | 2021 |
| Unicef | $517,521 | New York, NY, US | Improve Sustainable Water Access For Rural Communities In Guinea Through The Expansion Of Manual Drilling And Community Water Management. | 2021 |
| Dream | $500 | New York, NY, US | 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 Their Vision Of Success. | 2021 |
| Engera Inc | $105,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Engera Usa Raises Funds In Support Of Providing Quality Healthcare To People Living In Rural Ethiopia. | 2021 |
| Fulfillment Fund La | $40,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Students From Underserved Schools To Advance Academically. | 2021 |
| Hopkins School | $125,000 | New Haven, CT, US | Help Students From Undeserved Schools Advance Academically | 2021 |
| Integrity First For America | $50,000 | New York, NY, US | Dedicated To Holding Those Accountable Who Threaten Longstanding Principles Of Our Democracy Including Our Country's Commitment To Civil Rights And Equal Justice. | 2021 |
| Makolekole Usa Inc | $55,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | 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. | 2021 |
| Mister Holland's Opus | $30,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | 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 Them To Success In School, And Inspiring Creativity And Expression Through Playing Music. | 2021 |
| Caf America | $15,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Help Donors Support Great Causes By Assisting Them In Making Strategic, Effective, And Tax-advantaged Grants Internationally And Domestically. | 2021 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $250,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Support Prostate Cancer Research. | 2021 |
| Reut Usa | $10,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | 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 Distinct Contribution To Humanity. | 2021 |
| Unicef | $517,521 | New York, NY, US | Improve Sustainable Water Access For Rural Communities In Guinea Through The Expansion Of Manual Drilling And Community Water Management. | 2021 |
| Dream | $500 | New York, NY, US | 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 Their Vision Of Success. | 2021 |
| Engera Inc | $105,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Engera Usa Raises Funds In Support Of Providing Quality Healthcare To People Living In Rural Ethiopia. | 2021 |
| Fulfillment Fund La | $40,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Students From Underserved Schools To Advance Academically. | 2021 |
| Hopkins School | $125,000 | New Haven, CT, US | Help Students From Undeserved Schools Advance Academically | 2021 |
| Integrity First For America | $50,000 | New York, NY, US | Dedicated To Holding Those Accountable Who Threaten Longstanding Principles Of Our Democracy Including Our Country's Commitment To Civil Rights And Equal Justice. | 2021 |
| Makolekole Usa Inc | $55,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | 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. | 2021 |
| Mister Holland's Opus | $30,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | 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 Them To Success In School, And Inspiring Creativity And Expression Through Playing Music. | 2021 |
| Caf America | $15,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Help Donors Support Great Causes By Assisting Them In Making Strategic, Effective, And Tax-advantaged Grants Internationally And Domestically. | 2021 |
| Prostate Cancer Foundation | $250,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Support Prostate Cancer Research. | 2021 |
| Reut Usa | $10,000 | Woodland Hills, CA, US | 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 Distinct Contribution To Humanity. | 2021 |
| Unicef | $517,521 | New York, NY, US | Improve Sustainable Water Access For Rural Communities In Guinea Through The Expansion Of Manual Drilling And Community Water Management. | 2021 |
| Charities Aid Foundation America | $15,000 | Alexandria, VA, US | Help Donors Support Great Causes By Assisting Them In Making Strategic, Effective, And Tax-advantaged Grants Internationally And Domestically. | 2020 |
| Share Your Mana | $5,000 | Makawao, HI, US | To Transform The Lives Of The Homeless Through Innovative Solutions Inspired By The Community. | 2020 |
| A Chance In Life | $75,000 | New York, NY, US | Serving Vulnerable And At-risk Children And Youth For Over 75 Years, Offering Them Access To Education, Serving Nutritious Meals, Providing Them With Healthcare Support And Allowing Them To Realize Their Human Rights And Reach Their Full Potential. | 2020 |
| Fulfillment Fund Las Vegas | $30,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Help Students From Undeserved Schools Advance Academically | 2020 |
| Fulfillment Fund | $100,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Students From Underserved Schools To Advance Academically. | 2020 |
| Hopkins School | $125,000 | New Haven, CT, US | Help Students From Undeserved Schools Advance Academically | 2020 |
| Innocence Project | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | To Assist Prisoners Who Could Be Proven Innocent Through Dna Testing | 2020 |
| Integrity First For America | $70,000 | New York, NY, US | Dedicated To Holding Those Accountable Who Threaten Longstanding Principles Of Our Democracy Including Our Country's Commitment To Civil Rights And Equal Justice | 2020 |
| Make A Wish | $10,000 | Las Vegas, NV, US | Provide Help To Children In Terminal Illness That Will Encourage Them To Comply With Medical Treatments | 2020 |
| Mercy Ships | $50,000 | Lindale, TX, US | To Bring Medical Relief And Developmental Assistance To The Poor And Need In Third World Developing Nations. | 2020 |
| Miracle League | $10,000 | Solana Beach, CA, US | Serving Children With Disabilities | 2020 |
| Mister Holland's Opus | $5,000 | Sherman Oaks, CA, US | 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 Them To Success In School, And Inspiring Creativity And Expression Through Playing Music | 2020 |
| Philanthropic Ventures Foundation | $100,000 | Oakland, CA, US | Create Customized Giving Plans To Maximize Impact Of Charitable Giving | 2020 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | $10,000 | Montgomery, AL, US | Fighting Hate And Bigotry And To Seeking Justice For The Most Vulnerable Members Of Our Society | 2020 |
| The Shade Tree | $20,000 | North Las Vegas, NV, US | To Provide Safe Shelter To Homeless And Abused Women And Children In Crisis And To Offer Life-changing Services Promoting Stability, Dignity, And Self-reliance | 2020 |
| Three Angel's Children's Relief | $52,000 | Stevenson Ranch, CA, US | Human Services / (emergency Assistance (food, Clothing, Cash)) | 2020 |
| Trident Swim Foundation | $25,000 | New York, NY, US | Stimulate, Promote And Nurture The Development Of Students So That Such Individuals Can Achieve Personal Goals And Become Well Grounded And Productive Members Of Society | 2020 |
| Unicef | $120,000 | New York, NY, US | Improve Sustainable Water Access For Rural Communities In Guinea Through The Expansion Of Manual Drilling And Community Water Management | 2020 |
| University Of Nevada Reno Foundation On Behalf Of Dean's Future Scholars | $80,000 | Reno, NV, US | Academic Outreach Program With The Goal Of Increasing The Number Of Low-income, First-generation Students Graduating From High School, Gaining Access To Higher Education, And Entering A Career In The Field Of Education | 2020 |
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Contact Information
Official contact details for Aja Foundation as registered with the IRS. These details are essential for grant applications, correspondence, and due diligence processes.
| EIN | 20-2054545 |
| Website | http://www.ajafoundation.org |
| Address | 3605 S TOWN CENTER DR STE A Las Vegas, NV 89135-3062 |
Key People (6)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee Aja Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| Chairman, President, Cfo | Andy Astrachan |
|---|---|
| Executive Director | Colleen Mckenna |
| Secretary And Trustee | Cathy Daniels |
| Trustee | Bob Ezrin |
| Trustee | Sandra Kanengiser |
Forms 990-PF
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Form 990-PF Research Tips
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- Check Part I for total assets, annual giving amounts, and payout requirements
- Examine Part VIII for key personnel compensation and board structure
- Look for trends across multiple years to understand giving patterns
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