Sharon H Limaye Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sharon H Limaye Foundation is a private foundation in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $167,849 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$167,849
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$8.0 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2025 was down from $200,538 the year before.
61% 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 | $163,837 | 19 | $3.3 million |
| 2024 | $200,538 | 22 | $3.5 million |
| 2025 | $167,849 | 23 | $8.0 million |
How to apply
Sharon H Limaye 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 Sharon H Limaye Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 12 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 9 | $65,935 |
| California | 2 | $42,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $17,700 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $5,864 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
| Delaware | 1 | $1,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stand Up to Cancer | General support | $40,000 |
| Ed Snider Youth Hockey Foundation | General support | $32,250 |
| University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center | General support | $20,000 |
| Phillies Charities Inc | General support | $17,170 |
| American Red Cross | General support | $15,200 |
| Heights Philadelphia | General support | $10,000 |
| Plan International USA | General support | $5,864 |
| International Institute for Energy Conservation | General support | $5,000 |
| Lahey Clinic | General support | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania Solar Center | General support | $2,500 |
| United States Fund for UNICEF | General support | $2,500 |
| American Philatelic Foundation | General support | $2,000 |
| Tyler Arboretum | General support | $2,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $2,000 |
| The Arc of Delaware Inc | General support | $1,500 |
| Whitemarsh Boat Club | General support | $1,115 |
| Childfund International | General support | $1,100 |
| University of Minnesota Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Mastiffs to Mutts | General support | $500 |
| National Parks Foundation | General support | $500 |
| United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey | General support | $300 |
| National Arbor Day Foundation | General support | $250 |
| Whyy Inc | General support | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Dilip R Limaye
- Ryan D Limaye
- Kris N Limaye
Questions people ask
Does Sharon H Limaye Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sharon H Limaye Foundation give?
$167,849 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Sharon H Limaye Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Dilip R Limaye (Trustee), Ryan D Limaye (Trustee) and Kris N Limaye (Trustee).
What does Sharon H Limaye Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and human services.