The Firoz and Najma Lalji Foundation
Invitation OnlyBellevue, Washington · EIN 20-8817765 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2023)$2.2M
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$28,000
Total assets$33.5M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $170,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2023 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
16% of grants went outside Washington.
Grants paid in tax year 2023
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington Foundation | Seattle, WA | Building fund | $2,000,000 |
| Overlake Medical Center Foundation | Bellevue, WA | Campaign for future use | $170,000 |
| LSE Foundation | New York, NY | Events and general expenses | $39,547 |
| Seattle Art Museum | Seattle, WA | Membership & committee expenses, persident circle, general expenses | $28,000 |
| Pacific NW Ballet | Seattle, WA | General expenses | $10,000 |
| Program for African Leadership | Bellevue, WA | General expenses | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2,248,547 | 6 |
| 2022 | $1,241,630 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2023, filed Aug 20, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202542329349100224
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-8817765
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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