Grants paid in 2025
Top 6 of 7 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wellesley CollegeWellesley, MA | Middle East Policy and Diplomacy | $30K |
| International Student HouseWashington, DC | Promote foreign stududent exchange | $30K |
| Inova HospitalFairfax, VA | Cancer research | $30K |
| National Council for Us-Arab RelatiWashington, DC | Dedicated to improving American knowledge and understanding of the Arab region | $30K |
| Francis W Parker SchoolChicago, IL | Promote Model UN Program | $28K |
| University of HoustonHouston, TX | Promote student exchange in the Middle East | $25K |
By state: District of Columbia 3 · Massachusetts 1 · Virginia 1 · Illinois 1 · Texas 1
About this foundation
Building Scholarly Bridges Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Fairfax, Virginia, administered in care of Naila Al Sowayel, tax-exempt since 2016. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Building Scholarly Bridges Inc accept grant applications?
No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.
How much does Building Scholarly Bridges Inc give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $253K across 7 grants, a median of $30K.
Where does Building Scholarly Bridges Inc give?
District of Columbia (3 grants), Massachusetts (1 grants), Virginia (1 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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