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Also known as: C/O JAMILA MELIUS
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Shiraz And Leili Wildlife Foundation is a private corporation based in BELLINGHAM, WA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2008. The principal officer is Jamila Melius. It holds total assets of $1.4M. Annual income is reported at $2.1M. Total assets have grown from $148K in 2011 to $1.4M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2024. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington and New York. According to available records, Shiraz And Leili Wildlife Foundation has made 69 grants totaling $776K, with a median grant of $2K. Annual giving has grown from $100K in 2020 to $433K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $414K, with an average award of $11K. The foundation has supported 47 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Washington, New York, California, which account for 58% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 15 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$2K
Average Grant
$5K
Largest Grant
$24K
Based on 21 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Shiraz And Leili Wildlife Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 69 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WA, NY, CA.
Shiraz And Leili Wildlife Foundation has distributed a total of $776K across 69 grants. The median grant size is $2K, with an average of $11K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $414K.
Shiraz And Leili Wildlife Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Shiraz And Leili Wildlife Foundation is headquartered in BELLINGHAM, WA. While based in WA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 15 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamila S Melius | Dir, Sec, Treas, VP | $10K | $0 | $10K |
| Shiraz H Balolia | Dir, Pres | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Neila Balolia | Dir | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$1.4M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$1.4M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
69
Total Giving
$776K
Average Grant
$11K
Median Grant
$2K
Unique Recipients
47
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salvation ArmyGeneral & Unrestricted | Bellingham, WA | $500 | 2023 |
| Kenya Wildlife ServiceGENERAL & UNRESTRICTED (SEE GENERAL EXPLANATION) | Nairobi | $414K | 2023 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres Usa IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Hagerstown, MD | $6K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Of Whatcom CoCounty-Wide Healthy Meal Program | Bellingham, WA | $5K | 2023 |
| The Elephant Sanctuary In TennesseeGeneral & Unrestricted | Hohenwald, TN | $3K | 2023 |
| Alternatives To HungerGeneral & Unrestricted | Bellingham, WA | $1K | 2023 |
| Castaway Animals Rescue EffortGeneral & Unrestricted | Verona, MO | $1K | 2023 |
| Wwp Inc - Wounded Warrior Project IncGeneral & Unrestricted | Topeka, KS | $1K | 2023 |
| The Salvation ArmyGeneral & Unrestricted | Rawlins, WY | $300 | 2023 |
| Lighthouse Mission MinistriesGeneral & Unrestricted | Bellingham, WA | $100 | 2023 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres Usa Inc - Doctors WithoutGeneral & Unrestricted | Hagerstown, MD | $24K | 2022 |
| Direct ReliefGeneral & Unrestricted | Santa Barbara, CA | $15K | 2022 |
| AlightGeneral & Unrestricted | Minneapolis, MN | $7K | 2022 |
| Catholic Medical Mission Board IncGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $6K | 2022 |
| Action Against Hunger UsaGeneral & Unrestricted | New York, NY | $6K | 2022 |
| World Central Kitchen IncorporatedGeneral & Unrestricted | Washington, DC | $5K | 2022 |
| Stephen Siller Tunnel To Towers FoundationGeneral & Unrestricted | Staten Island, NY | $3K | 2022 |
| Elephant Sanctuary In HohenwaldGeneral & Unrestricted | Hohenwald, TN | $2K | 2022 |
| Partners In Health A Nonprofit CorporationGeneral & Unrestricted | Frederick, MD | $1K | 2022 |
| Paws ChicagoGeneral & Unrestricted | Chicago, IL | $1K | 2022 |
| Animal Defense LeagueGeneral & Unrestricted | San Antonio, TX | $1K | 2022 |
| Doctors Without BordersRESPOND TO EMERGENCIES IN MORE THAN 70 COUNTRIES | New York, NY | $15K | 2021 |
| Bellingham Food BankHUNGER RELIEF | Bellingham, WA | $14K | 2021 |
| Boys And Girls Clubs Of Whatcom CountyPROVIDE MEALS THROUGH HEALTHY MEAL PROGRAM | Bellingham, WA | $13K | 2021 |
| Sheldrick Wildlife TrustWILDLIFE CONSERVATION IN KENYA | Laguna Hills, CA | $10K | 2021 |
| Action Against HungerHUNGER RELIEF | New York, NY | $6K | 2021 |
| Direct Relief InternationalPROVIDE RELIEF IN THE PHILIPPINES | Santa Barbara, CA | $5K | 2021 |
| Catholic Medical Mission BoardPROVIDE MEDICINE, MEDICAL SUPPLIES, NUTRITION, SOAP AND CLEAN WATER TO IMPOVERISHED COMMUNITIES | New York, NY | $5K | 2021 |
| The Elephant SanctuaryREFUGE AND CARE FOR ELEPHANTS | Hohenwald, TN | $5K | 2021 |
| Forgotten Childrens FundPROVIDE CHRISTMAS GIFTS TO UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES | Freeland, WA | $4K | 2021 |
| Missionaries For CharityCLINICS IN INDIA | Pacifica, CA | $3K | 2021 |
| Old Dog HavenFOOD AND MEDICAL CARE FOR HOMELESS SENIOR DOGS | Oak Harbor, WA | $3K | 2021 |
| Lighthouse MissionFOOD AND SHELTER FOR THE HOMELESS POPULATION | Bellingham, WA | $2K | 2021 |
| Care Animal RescueFOOD AND MEDICAL CARE FOR HOMELESS ANIMALS | Aurora, MO | $1K | 2021 |
| Whatcom Community FoundationRESILIENCE FUND | Bellingham, WA | $1K | 2021 |
| Sacred Heart Southern MissionsPROVIDE FOOD AND SUPPORT TO HUNGRY FAMILIES | Walls, MS | $700 | 2021 |
| The Noah CenterCONSTRUCTION OF NEW SPAY AND NEUTER CLINIC | Stanwood, WA | $500 | 2021 |