Sahu Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sahu Family Foundation is a private foundation in West Des Moines, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $803,759 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $401,880 and the largest $753,759. 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$803,759
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$401,880
- Largest grant$753,759
- Assets$16.5 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $600,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $115,000 | 1 | $12.3 million |
| 2024 | $600,000 | 2 | $15.5 million |
| 2025 | $803,759 | 2 | $16.5 million |
How to apply
Sahu Family 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 1 | $753,759 |
| Illinois | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Seeds | Charitable | $753,759 |
| Shakuntala-Bidydhar Trust Shakuntala-Bidydhar | Benevolence | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Saheb Sahu
Questions people ask
Does Sahu Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sahu Family Foundation give?
$803,759 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $401,880.
Who runs Sahu Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Saheb Sahu (Director).