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Grantmaking public charityEIN 133376290

The Bhutan Foundation

Washington, DC 20036

Total Assets

$5.8M

FY 2023

Annual Giving

$159K

FY 2023

Grants Made

3

FY 2023

Avg Grant

$53K

FY 2023

Grant Range

Typical

Deadlines

Applications

Programs & Activities

Program 1

$1.0M

Preservation of Culture - The Bhutan Foundations Preservation of Culture program is dedicated to safeguardingBhutans rich cultural heritage through significant initiatives. Notably, theWangduechhoeling Palace Restoration project aims to restore this historical landmark,fostering community pride and cultural identity. The Traditional Medicine programintegrates Bhutanese healing practices into health education, ensuring their accessibilityfor future generations. Additionally, the documentation of heritage sites helps catalogand protect Bhutans unique traditions, promoting awareness and appreciation.Through these efforts, the Foundation actively strengthens Bhutans cultural identitywhile contributing to sustainable community development and resilience.

Program 2

$675K

Conservation of the Environment - This area focuses on protecting Bhutans biodiversity through various initiatives. Keyprojects include Snow Leopard Conservation aimed at safeguarding this endangeredspecies and promoting eco-tourism with events like the Jomolhari Mountain Festivaland community homestays. Additionally, ventures such as the River Guides in Pangbangand the Katsho Eco-Camp in Haa create sustainable tourism opportunities that supportlocal economies while fostering environmental stewardship. These efforts reflect theFoundations commitment to balancing ecological preservation with communityengagement.

Program 3

$545K

Sustainable & Equitable Socio-Economic Development - This area aims to ensure that services and opportunities are accessible to all individualsin Bhutan. Key initiatives include STEM development, which fosters education inscience, technology, engineering, and mathematics, as well as programs in specialeducation and public health that cater to diverse community needs. The Foundation alsofocuses on Emergency Medicine programs, food security projects and small grants thatempower local businesses. Through these comprehensive efforts, the Foundationpromotes inclusive growth and equitable development, ensuring that all Bhutanese canparticipate in and benefit from the countrys progress.

Financial Snapshot

2023 filing

Total Revenue

$4.3M

Total Expenses

$4.5M

Giving Over Time

4 years

Giving over time from 2019 to 2023. Peak $894K in 2020. Hover bars for details.

Total dollars recorded per filing year. Scale adjusts to the foundation's range.

Top Recipients

6 grants

Grant Size Distribution

6 grants

<$10K
2
grants
$10–50K
$50–250K
3
grants
$250K–1M
1
grants
$1–5M
$5M+

Geographic Focus

2 states

Massachusetts
$1.2M
90% of total
District of Columbia
$127K
10% of total

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