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CURRENT GRANTS - AUGUST 2025
Tariq & Asma Farid Foundation
Tariq & Asma Farid Foundation
Granting Organization/Business Unit: Tariq & Asma Farid Foundation
Website: Tariq & Asma Farid Foundation Grants
Overview
The Tariq & Asma Farid Foundation is committed to supporting organizations and initiatives that improve lives and create meaningful community impact. The Foundation welcomes innovative ideas through its grant application process and seeks to fund programs that align with its mission and areas of interest. While it prioritizes support for local charities in Connecticut, it also funds initiatives globally. In addition to its core focus areas, the Foundation occasionally funds unique projects that reflect the personal passions of its founders. The Foundation Board also has the discretion to provide grants to qualified recipients at any time, consistent with its guidelines.
Status (Profit/Nonprofit): Nonprofit (tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organizations only)
Eligibility Criteria/General Requirement:
Organizations must be tax-exempt under IRS code section 501(c)(3).
Grants typically support specific programs and direct, tangible assistance.
Preference is given to organizations serving Connecticut residents, though international projects are also considered.
Generally, requests for equipment or general operating support are less likely to be funded.
Grant Requests Not Accepted:
Non-501(c)(3) organizations
Primarily equipment-based or general operating requests
Projects not directly benefiting individuals in need
Application Deadline: September 30, 2025
Grant Amount: Not specified (varies by project and board discretion)
Focus Area/Areas of Expertise:
Community Development
Direct Assistance to Individuals in Need
Local and Global Charitable Initiatives
Special Projects of Interest to the Founders
Contact Information: Tariq & Asma Farid Foundation
