SHG Foundation
Preselected recipients only
SHG Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $82,200 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$82,200
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $52,000 the year before.
83% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $52,000 | 7 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $82,200 | 12 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
SHG Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What SHG Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $59,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 2 | $7,500 |
| Vermont | 3 | $5,700 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| U-Go | For charitable purposes | $20,000 |
| Room to Read | Provide books for libraries in rural areas. | $10,000 |
| AKSHAYA PATRAhome of hope | Provide school lunches to children in low income communities | $10,000 |
| Foundation for Promotion of Sportsg | Sports & recreation | $10,000 |
| Ashajyothi USA | Child safety | $10,000 |
| Enacte Arts | Theater eduction | $5,000 |
| Arogya World | Child safety | $5,000 |
| Green Mountain Club | For charitable purposes | $5,000 |
| Free Books for Kids | Provide books to children | $4,000 |
| Aim for Seva | For charitable purposes | $2,500 |
| Vermont River Conservancy | For charitable purposes | $500 |
| Vermont Eco Studies | For charitable purposes | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Madhavan Rangaswami
- Navaz Porbandarwala
Questions people ask
Does SHG Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SHG Foundation give?
$82,200 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs SHG Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Madhavan Rangaswami (President) and Navaz Porbandarwala (Vice President).
What does SHG Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.