International Indigenous Fund For
International Indigenous Fund For, also known as the International Indigenous Fund for Development and Solidarity “Batani,” is a private foundation based in Yarmouth, Maine. Founded in 2004 at the initiative of Indigenous peoples, it supports Indigenous rights, community-led development, and Indigenous voices in Russia and internationally.
International Indigenous Fund For at a glance
In short: International Indigenous Fund For gave $27K across 13 grants in 2025 (avg $2K). Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $27,084
- -20.8% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 13
- +116.7% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $2,083
- -63.5% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $134
- Total assets
- $582,294
- +28.3% vs 2024
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026.
How to apply to International Indigenous Fund For
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 30 Red Wagon, Yarmouth, ME 04096
Phone: (207) 228-5093
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who International Indigenous Fund For funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Grant Size Distribution
19 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 19 grants of 19 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Batani’s website describes work in Russia, including Sakhalin and the Russian Far East, and connections with Indigenous communities in the United States, Canada, Norway, and Bolivia. Its programmes also engage with international institutions and Indigenous communities around the world. The 2025 filing reports that 100% of grant dollars went to recipients in a state listed as “?”.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2024 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $27K (2025) to $34K (2024). In 2025 it made 13 grants totaling $27K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 13 grants to individuals Recipients not named | — | $27,084 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $582,294 | $1,175,694 | $1,036,336 | $27,084 | 13 | $1,036,336 |
| 2024 | $453,793 | $1,132,677 | $693,993 | $34,203 | 6 | $693,993 |
| 2023 | $12,619 | $211,739 | $232,060 | — | — | $232,060 |
| 2022 | $32,940 | $215,318 | $204,995 | — | — | $204,995 |
| 2021 | $22,617 | $100,421 | $100,012 | — | — | — |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Batani’s stated mission is to support Indigenous peoples defending their rights and amplify their voices where decisions are made. Its 2025–2027 strategic plan identifies equitable partnerships in the Arctic; Indigenous peoples, just transition, and the green economy; international exchanges and training; participation in international processes; and human rights advocacy as key programme areas.
The fund’s website says it supports Indigenous media and research initiatives with funding, technical advice, and expert networks. It also describes programmes for Indigenous leadership exchanges, rights awareness, rights monitoring, training, and participation in international processes. The website identifies the Indigenous Russia information agency, the Indigenous Tube channel, and Indigenous Rights Watch reports as projects it supports.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 13 grants totaling $27,084. Grant amounts ranged from $9 to $18,000, with a median of $134. The largest reported grants went to individual recipients: $18,000 for combined judicial, psychological, and social support; $4,000 for judicial support assistance and social assistance; and two grants of $2,000 each for judicial support and social assistance. Other listed grants included medical support for human rights defenders in Russia and visa insurance for a human rights defender.
The foundation’s statements about its 2024 filing describe direct charitable activities supporting SIRGE coalition coordination and Indigenous advocacy in international climate and biodiversity dialogues. They also describe a two-year initiative focused on Indigenous rights advocacy and democratic participation, including policy influence, community media, and grassroots empowerment. These activities are distinct from grants the foundation reported giving in its filings.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Pavel Sulyandziga as president, Irina Shafrannik as secretary, and Thomas Daniel Bell as treasurer.
International Indigenous Fund For is led by Pavel Sulyandziga, President on every filing since 2021; 2 of 3 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Pavel Sulyandziga
President
On filings since 2021
40 hrs/week
$19K (2021) → $136K (2025)
Irina Shafrannik
Secretary
On filings since 2021
4 hrs/week
$2K (2022) → $26K (2025)
Thomas Daniel Bell
Treasurer
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $136K, to Pavel Sulyandziga (President). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about International Indigenous Fund For
How much does International Indigenous Fund For give each year?
International Indigenous Fund For gave $27K across 13 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $34K across 6 grants.
What is International Indigenous Fund For's typical grant size?
International Indigenous Fund For's median grant in 2025 was $134, and its average grant was $2,083, across 13 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
Does International Indigenous Fund For give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 13 grants with a stated purpose on International Indigenous Fund For's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Medical support for HR defenders in Russia" (5 grants).
How large is International Indigenous Fund For?
International Indigenous Fund For reported $582K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Its revenue that year was $1.2M.
What does International Indigenous Fund For fund?
Batani’s stated mission is to support Indigenous peoples defending their rights and amplify their voices where decisions are made. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from International Indigenous Fund For?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
Where does International Indigenous Fund For make grants?
Batani’s website describes work in Russia, including Sakhalin and the Russian Far East, and connections with Indigenous communities in the United States, Canada, Norway, and Bolivia. Its programmes also engage with international institutions and Indigenous communities around the world. The 2025 filing reports that 100% of grant dollars went to recipients in a state listed as “?”.
What is International Indigenous Fund For's EIN?
International Indigenous Fund For's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-1179364. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Does International Indigenous Fund For accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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