Growthseed Inc
Preselected recipients only
Growthseed Inc is a private foundation in Northbrook, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $1,700 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$1,700
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$500
- Assets$246,933
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was down from $5,600 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $2,305 | 7 | $215,703 |
| 2024 | $5,600 | 3 | $229,074 |
| 2025 | $1,700 | 4 | $246,933 |
How to apply
Growthseed 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Growthseed Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $1,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $500 |
| Illinois | 1 | $200 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Recycleballs | Recycling tennis balls sustainably | $500 |
| StreetWise Partners Inc | Donation to help upskill socioeconomically disadvantaged young professionals | $500 |
| GiveDirectly | Propel SNAP Gap Fundraiser to help feed Americans with more nutritious and climate conscious food | $500 |
| Cals Angels | Charitable donation to support sustainable living for children with cancer | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Rohan C Mehta
- Chirag N Mehta
- Sonia C Mehta
- Rahul C Mehta
Questions people ask
Does Growthseed Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Growthseed Inc give?
$1,700 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Growthseed Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Rohan C Mehta (Ceo), Chirag N Mehta (Director), Sonia C Mehta (Director) and Rahul C Mehta (Director).
What does Growthseed Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.