SSS Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
SSS Foundation Inc is a private foundation in St Petersburg, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.1 million in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,275 and the largest $350,000. 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$1.1 million
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,275
- Largest grant$350,000
- Assets$6.3 million
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.1 million the year before.
42% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $1.1 million | 14 | $125,422 |
| 2023 | $1.1 million | 17 | $111,285 |
| 2024 | $1.1 million | 18 | $6.3 million |
How to apply
SSS Foundation Inc 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 SSS Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 15 | $1.1 million |
| California | 2 | $6,500 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust | See attached rev pro 92-94 statement | $350,000 |
| Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust | See attached rev pro 92-94 statement | $300,300 |
| Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust | See attached rev pro 92-94 statement | $300,000 |
| Sri Sathya Sai Trust Karnataka | See attached rev pro 92-94 statement | $50,050 |
| JSS Medical College | See attached rev proc92-94 statement | $41,025 |
| Sri Sathya Sai Trust Karnataka | See attached rev pro 92-94 statement | $25,030 |
| Sri Sathya Sai Trust Karnataka | See attached rev pro 92-94 statement | $20,050 |
| Ishwaramba Trust | See attached rev pro 92-94 statement | $10,050 |
| Mysore Medical College Grad Assn | Encourage mentorship and research | $5,500 |
| Ishwaramba Trust | See attached rev pro 92-94 statement | $5,050 |
| Sri Sathya Sai Trust Karnataka | See attached rev pro 92-94 statement | $5,050 |
| Dhamma Wheel Meditation Society | Operating purposes | $5,000 |
| Sri Sathya Sai Global Foundation | Humanitarian projects | $5,000 |
| St Vincent de Paul Cares | Meals and rest rooms for homeless | $3,700 |
| Homeless Empowerment Program | Provide services to uplift homeless | $3,000 |
| Canara High School | See attached rev pro92-94 statement | $2,500 |
| Solutions for Change | Help homeless children and families | $1,000 |
| Hindu Temple of Florida | Religious worship and promote peace | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jayaprakash K Kamath
- Geetha J Kamath
- Peter C Schatzel
Questions people ask
Does SSS Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does SSS Foundation Inc give?
$1.1 million in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,275.
Who runs SSS Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Jayaprakash K Kamath (President), Geetha J Kamath (Secretary) and Peter C Schatzel (Treasurer).
What does SSS Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and housing and homelessness.