The Swaha Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Swaha Foundation is a private foundation in Boulder, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $466,816 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $110,436. 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$466,816
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$110,436
- Assets$17.8 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was down from $861,822 the year before.
21% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $861,822 | 32 | $18.0 million |
| 2024 | $466,816 | 24 | $17.8 million |
How to apply
The Swaha 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 Swaha Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Colorado.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 13 | $208,116 |
| New York | 3 | $111,000 |
| California | 3 | $52,200 |
| Utah | 1 | $50,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $35,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Watershed School | General Support | $110,436 |
| Girl Rising | General Support | $51,000 |
| Girl Ventures | General Support | $50,000 |
| Style Her Empowered | General Support | $50,000 |
| Amplify Girls Inc | General Support | $50,000 |
| Shanti Bhavan | General Support | $35,000 |
| Conservation Colorado Education Fun | General Support | $30,000 |
| Thorne Nature Experience | General Support | $25,000 |
| Friendship Bridge | General Support | $25,000 |
| ByKids | General Support | $10,000 |
| Moving Traditions | General Support | $5,000 |
| English in Action | General Support | $5,000 |
| Free Flow Foundation | General Support | $5,000 |
| Queer Asterisk | General Support | $5,000 |
| Aspen Community Foundation | General Support | $2,500 |
| Rios to Rivers | General Support | $2,500 |
| Cambodian Children's | General Support | $1,200 |
| Boulder JCC | General Support | $1,000 |
| Outdooraafro | General Support | $1,000 |
| Pathfinders | General Support | $500 |
| Independence Pass Fund | General Support | $500 |
| Sounds True Foundation | General Support | $500 |
| Protect Our Winters | General Support | $500 |
| Neshama Center | General Support | $180 |
Officers and trustees
- Julie Goldstein
Questions people ask
Does The Swaha Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Swaha Foundation give?
$466,816 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Swaha Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Julie Goldstein (President).
What does The Swaha Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, education and youth programs.