Dasra
- Assets
- $25.2m
- Revenue
- $17.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 3
- Location
- Houston, TX
- Founding
- 04/2004
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 05-0574837
Organization Overview
Dasra is located in Houston, TX. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (Q33) the organization is classified as: International Relief, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Dasra employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Dasra is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2022, Dasra generated $17.0m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 34.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $5.4m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 20.4% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, Dasra has awarded 22 individual grants totaling $1,444,127. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
DASRA, INC. (DASRA) IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION ORGANIZED UNDER THE LAWSOF THE UNITED STATES HAVING ITS REGISTERED OFFICE AT ONE RIVERWAY, SUITE 1900, HOUSTON, TX77056 OF THE STATE OF TEXAS. DASRA'S MISSION IS TO CULTIVATE STRATEGIC PHILANTHROPY AMONGSTU.S. BASED INDIVIDUALS AND INSTITUTIONS TOWARDS INDIA'S DEVELOPMENT AND TO SUPPORT INDIANNGOS TO SCALE THEIR IMPACT
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
#BACKTHEFRONTLINE IS A DASRA PROGRAM AIMED TO SUPPORT APPROX. 100+ NGOS IN INDIA SERVING THE VULNERABLE POPULATIONS FOR COVID RELIEF IN BELOW SPECIFIED AREAS:-AWARENESS, INFORMATION & COUNSELLING (VACCINATION DRIVES/ READINESS, COVID SYMPTOMS & APPROPRIATE BEHAVIOUR, MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELLING INCL. AFFECTED FAMILIES, COMMUNITIES, GEN. POPN., HELPLINE)-INFRASTRUCTURE, EQUIPMENT & MEDICAL SUPPORT (BEDS, SCREENING, TESTING, AMBULANCE, O2 GENERATION PLANTS, MEDICINES, DOCTOR CONSULTATIONS)-SKILLING & LIVELIHOODS (MASK MAKING, BUYING & SELLING PRODUCE, ACCESS TO GOVT. SCHEMES)-FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE (FINANCIAL SUPPORT, PAYING SALARIES OF MEDICAL STAFF)-CARE PACKAGES (RATION/ FOOD AID, HYGIENE, COVID ESSENTIALS)-TRAINING & CAPACITY BUILDING OF FLW/ COMMUNITY WORKER / VOLUNTEER NETWORKS/ FIELD STAFF (1ST RESPONSE, BP/O2 READINGS, HEALTHCARE GUIDES, PREVENTION KIT)
ALL OTHER GRANTS TO VARIOUS PROGRAM SERVICES AND EXPENSES.
MAKE A DIFFERENCE (MAD) WAS FOUNDED IN 2006 WITH THE AIM AND OBJECTIVE TO HELP CHILDREN IN NEED OF CARE AND PROTECTION AND BREAK OUT OF THE CYCLE OF POVERTY ETC. MAD'S MISSION IS TO "TRANSITION URBAN ULTRA-POOR CHILDREN OUT OF POVERTY", BY WORKING WITH CHILDREN IN NEED OF CARE AND PROTECTION ACROSS INDIA. THESE CHILDREN COME FROM BROKEN FAMILIES WHERE THE HOUSEHOLD INCOME IS < $2 A DAY. MAD BUILDS A COMMUNITY-POWERED SOCIAL-PROTECTION SYSTEM THAT PROVIDES A HOLISTIC, HIGH TOUCH, LONG TERM SUPPORT SYSTEM FOR CHILDREN IN NEED OF CARE & PROTECTION. BY MOBILIZING THE COMMUNITY, MAD IS ABLE TO ENSURE CHILDREN ARE RECEIVING THE NECESSARY CARE, AFTER SCHOOL SUPPORT, COLLEGE PLACEMENTS SUPPORT, SCHOLARSHIPS, LIVING STIPENDS, JOB PLACEMENTS & CAREER PROGRESSION SUPPORT FROM THE AGE OF 10 TILL THE AGE OF 28.
CONSORTIUM FOR DEWATS DISSEMINATION SOCIETY (CDD) IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, REGISTERED IN 2005, THAT INNOVATES, DEMONSTRATES, AND DISSEMINATES DECENTRALIZED NATURE-BASED SOLUTIONS FOR THE CONSERVATION, COLLECTION, TREATMENT, AND REUSE OF WATER RESOURCES AND MANAGEMENT OF SANITATION FACILITIES. THESE FUNDS WILL BE USED FOR STRENGTHENING CDD'S CAPACITIES IN THE WATER, SANITATION, AND HYGIENE SECTOR (WASH).
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Boris Siperstein Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Arpan Sheth Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Matthew Spacie Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ankur Sahu Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Tarun Jotwani Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Sapphira Goradia Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $17,008,788 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $17,008,788 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $124 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $17,008,912 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $223,985 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $3,897,157 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $500,960 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $62,620 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $65,000 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $4,160 |
| Payroll taxes | $31,346 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $28,191 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $66,702 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $15,255 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $133,429 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $763 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,369,305 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $16,933,143 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $117,894 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $8,033,667 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $120,306 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $25,205,010 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $1,829,747 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,829,747 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $6,987,651 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $16,387,612 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $25,205,010 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Dasra has awarded $223,985 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
EDUCATE GIRLS PURPOSE: ADOLESCENT GIRLS AND YOUNG WOMEN | $100,000 |
UNICEF PURPOSE: 10 TO 19 DASRA ADOLESCENTS COLLABORATIVE (DAC) | $73,985 |
ADOLESCENT HEALTH CHAMPIONS INC (US) PURPOSE: PROGRAM "GIRLS HEALTH CHAMPIONS | $50,000 |