Motwani Jadeja Global Foundation

Empowering Innovation. Inspiring Change.

The Motwani Jadeja Global Foundation (MJGF) is a U.S.-registered, internationally active non-profit dedicated to strengthening economic, cultural, and diplomatic ties between the United States and India. Through high-level dialogues, strategic partnerships, and cross-border initiatives, MJGF drives meaningful collaboration on global challenges and emerging opportunities.

Founded in memory of Dr. Rajeev Motwani, a visionary Stanford professor and Google’s founding advisor, the foundation honors his legacy by fostering innovation and intellectual exchange between Silicon Valley and India.

Mission

Led by Asha Jadeja, a philanthropist, entrepreneur, and investor based in Palo Alto, MJGF is dedicated to fostering US-India dialogue, global policy discussions, and strategic collaborations. Our mission is to drive meaningful engagement between the two nations by supporting initiatives that promote knowledge-sharing, innovation, and long-term partnerships. Through high-impact forums and cross-border exchange, we aim to shape policies and ideas that contribute to a more interconnected and forward-thinking global landscape.

Vision

We envision a world where technology, education, and innovation drive equity and opportunity. Through our work, we strive to build a global ecosystem that enables individuals from diverse backgrounds to leverage these forces for economic growth, cross-border collaboration, and shared prosperity.

Approach

MJGF actively engages with global stakeholders through:

  • Global India Dialogues – Organizing and supporting platforms for high-level discussions on trade, technology, and diplomacy.
  • Fellowships – Connecting emerging leaders and entrepreneurs from India resources in the US and around the world to build transnational collaborations.
  • Strategic Sponsorships & Global Engagements – Supporting major international forums, such as Davos 2025, where MJGF helped elevate US-India relations by bringing young global leaders to the main stage and partnering with key organizations like CII, Invest India, and The Economist.

Our Work

We continuously work to create sustainable development models, support knowledge-sharing, and build global networks that drive positive change.​

Rajeev Circle Fellowships

Connecting young entrepreneurs from emerging economies with Silicon Valley resources to foster innovation and growth.

Maker Movement Expansion

Establishing maker hubs and Fablabs across regions, empowering communities to engage in hands-on, grassroots innovation.

Educational Programs & Start-up Support

Providing mentorship, funding, and educational resources to early-stage entrepreneurs, particularly from underrepresented communities.

Women’s Rights and Empowerment

Supporting initiatives that promote women’s leadership and economic independence, building more equitable societies.

Impact

MJGF’s initiatives have fostered high-impact policy discussions, strengthened bilateral economic ties, and enabled leaders from both nations to engage on critical global issues. By bridging Silicon Valley and India, the foundation continues to drive cross-border innovation and diplomacy, ensuring long-term, sustainable collaboration between these two global powerhouses.