Steadview Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Steadview Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 6 grants; the typical grant was $155,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$155,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$1,566
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2025 was up from $680,000 the year before.
50% 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 | $1.1 million | 3 | $52,176 |
| 2024 | $680,000 | 3 | $30,684 |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 6 | $1,566 |
How to apply
Steadview 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 Steadview Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New York. It also paid $1.4 million in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $200,000 |
| California | 1 | $200,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $60,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Convergence Foundation | Unrestricted | $1.1 million |
| Central Square Foundation | Unrestricted | $280,000 |
| Junglekeepers Inc | Unrestricted | $200,000 |
| Asia Initiatives | Unrestricted | $110,000 |
| Akanksha Education Fund | Unrestricted | $90,000 |
| President and Fellows of Harvard College | Unrestricted | $60,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ravi Mehta
- Krishen Mehta
- Geeta Mehta
- Nicolette Bird-Mehta
- Arjun Ajay Mehta
Questions people ask
Does Steadview Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Steadview Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $155,000.
Who runs Steadview Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ravi Mehta (Director, Chairman & Treasurer), Krishen Mehta (Director, Vice Chair & Secretary), Geeta Mehta (Director) and Nicolette Bird-Mehta (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Steadview Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and education.