The Sita Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Sita Foundation is a private foundation in Saratoga, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $3.3 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $3.0 million. 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$3.3 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$3.0 million
- Assets$9.5 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2024 was down from $4.4 million the year before.
55% 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 | $4.4 million | 13 | $12.4 million |
| 2024 | $3.3 million | 11 | $9.5 million |
How to apply
The Sita 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 The Sita Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $3.1 million |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $100,000 |
| New Mexico | 1 | $50,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $20,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sita Fund | Community support | $3.0 million |
| Drexel University | Education | $100,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | Community support | $70,000 |
| Santa Fe Institute | Education | $50,000 |
| Csu Foundation | Education | $25,262 |
| Akshaya USA | Global hunger | $20,000 |
| Baptist Health Foundation | Medical support | $20,000 |
| American Heart Association | Medical research | $10,000 |
| H2H Foundation | Medical support | $7,000 |
| Helping Hands of Silicon Valley | Community support | $5,000 |
| Indian Student Alumni | Education support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Vijay Ullal
- Jayshree Ullal
- Adeeti Ullal
- Tarini Ullal
Questions people ask
Does The Sita Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Sita Foundation give?
$3.3 million in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs The Sita Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Vijay Ullal (Treasurer), Jayshree Ullal (Secretary), Adeeti Ullal (Ceo) and Tarini Ullal (Vice President).
What does The Sita Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and health.